KWT_520-26_ODOT_Water_Wastewater_O_M_Technical_Proposal.pdf

NOVEMBER 13, 2025

Technical Proposal

520-26 Statewide Water and Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Services

OHIO DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

2926 US Highway 6, McClure, OH | 866.435.4436 | kleinfelder.com

November 13, 2025

Timothy Brunney Facilities Contracts Administrator Ohio Department of Transportation 1980 West Broad St Columbus, OH 43223

RE: 520-26 Statewide Water and Wastewater Operations and Maintenance Services

Dear Mr. Brunney, Providing safe, compliant, and uninterrupted operation of water and wastewater systems across a statewide network of facilities is no small task. It requires not only technical expertise, but also consistency, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of regulatory obligations and operational realities. It has been Kleinfelder Water Technologies (KWT) privilege to support Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) in this important work over the past thirteen years.

KWT is committed to delivering high quality, cost-effective services to our clients. We strive to find solutions that meet our clients’ fiscal and regulatory goals, through a disciplined programmatic approach. ODOT has made a commitment to provide safe and clean rest areas to the traveling public, and the operations and maintenance of these facilities keep them open, compliant and usable. Responsive service is critical to ODOT; we are communicative, proactive partners, plus we are available for 24-hour emergency service.

Our success is based on the following tenets:

Trusted Partnership: Kleinfelder has been successfully providing O&M services to ODOT for 13+ years, delivering comprehensive water and wastewater services. We understand ODOT’s challenges and always look to provide technically sound and cost-effective solutions. Our company has significantly expanded over the years and we have specifically grown our team and program management services with the needs of ODOT top of mind.

Experience: KWT has built over 30 years of experience providing operations and maintenance services to a wide variety of clients. Be it municipal, commercial, private, or industrial water or wastewater operations, all clients expect and receive the same reliable service. This is made possible by maintaining a strong group of qualified personnel committed to providing this high level of technical and operational service. Several of our staff have well over thirty years of experience in this field, lending to the level of service we can provide our clients along with the guidance and mentoring they can offer other staff members. With the years we have dedicated to ODOT operations we have built a team very familiar with the facilities and an understanding of the requirements and expectations of this contract.

Deep Bench: Kleinfelder maintains a deep bench of leaders, technical experts and qualified personnel in Ohio so that we can always provide the services our clients need. Kleinfelder’s team is well versed in managing a program of this size and already has the team in place to execute. Our experience, geographic footprint, existing network operators, vendors and equipment providers will allow us to effectively manage the portfolio of sites.

We are confident that we will rank highly under each of the RFQ evaluation criteria, as described in the table below:

EVALUATION CRITERA SECTION

1. The vendor has provided a description of the organization size, structure, and capability of meeting project qualifications. 1

2.

The vendor has provided samples of at least three (3), but no more than four (4) similarly sized projects completed in the past five (5) years that demonstrate expertise in large scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

3. The vendor has provided a description of their project management model for large projects that may be performed under this contract. 1

EVALUATION CRITERA SECTION

4.

The vendor has included names and contact information for at least three (3) entities for which they have performed similar scale projects in the last five (5) years, with a sample or description of each project included.

5.

The vendor has identified by position and by name, the leadership staff considered key to the project’s success (at a minimum, key staff identified must include a Contract Administrator). The vendor has included a Table of Organization and a chart showing the number of hours devoted to the project by vendor or subcontractor staff. In addition, specified the administrative personnel who will be assigned to this project and provided the percentage of time devoted to the project by leadership and key staff.

6.

The vendor has documented that lead staff member assigned to the project has at least ten (10) years of experience in large scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

7. The vendor has documented that additional staff each have at least five (5) years’ experience in management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems. 2

8.

The vendor has included resumes of key staff expected to work on the project, education and experience of staff in key positions, based on documentation presented and discussed in the vendor proposal.

9. The vendor has provided the minimum operator licensing requirements for each representative system, the proposed operator, and proposed back up operator(s). 3

10. The vendor has provided sample operational plans that clearly detail the required activities for proper operation and maintenance of each of the systems covered by the proposal. 3

11. The vendor has provided the minimum service requirements for each representative system. 3

12. The vendor has provided actual sampling and testing for ODOT facilities that are representative of each type of system covered by the proposal. 3

13. The vendor has provided enough information and examples to fully explain the capability of their proposed CMMS system. 4

14. The vendor has provided all applicable liability and workers compensation insurance certificates. 5

15. The vendor has provided alternative service suggestions that may differ from the minimum requirements of the proposal and the benefit to ODOT of these suggestions. 6 We appreciate the opportunity to continue supporting ODOT and look forward to expanding our partnership. Besides this Technical document, showcasing our skills and qualifications, we have submitted our pricing in a separate file, per the RFP’s instructions. We are willing to answer any questions or requests for additional information.

Sincerely, KLEINFELDER, INC.

TABLE OF

CONTENTS

01 Organizational Experience and Qualifications

02 Staff Experience and Capabilities

03 Sample Operational Plans

04 Maintenance Program (CMMS)

05 Public Liability Insurance

06 Alternative Service Suggestions

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Appendix A Resumes

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01 ORGANIZATIONAL EXPERIENCE AND

QUALIFICATIONS

Contact persons with authority to answer questions regarding this proposal:

Ann Scott Program Manager 866.435.4436 AScott@Kleinfelder.com Office:

4637 Northwest Pkwy Hilliard, OH 43026

Dingfang Liu, PhD, PE, BCEE Area Manager 617.498.4693 DLiu@Kleinfelder.com Office:

One Beacon Street, Suite 8100 Boston, MA 02108

In business for 64 years, Kleinfelder is a leading engineering, design, construction management, construction materials inspection and testing, and environmental professional services firm. With more than 3,300 employees, who operate from over 110 office and lab locations in the U.S., Canada, and Australia, Kleinfelder provides service solutions that improve our clients’ transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure.

Kleinfelder’s ecosystem mindset facilitates collaboration, harnessing the collective ingenuity of Kleinfelder and our partners, to deliver the right solutions to our clients and business partners, every day, on every project.

Kleinfelder Water Technologies (formerly Industrial Fluid Management) is a well-established water cycle services company that has over 30 years of experience working on water and wastewater biologics, operations, technical assistance, design-build engineering, and complete system integration

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

Kleinfelder, Inc., a California corporation, is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Kleinfelder Group, Inc., a California corporation; which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kleinfelder Parent, Inc., a Delaware corporation; which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kleinfelder Intermediate LLC, a Delaware limited liability company; which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kleinfelder Group Holdings LLC, a Delaware limited liability company; which is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kleinfelder Group Parent LP, a Delaware limited partnership; which is majority owned by LG Kleinfelder Holdings LP, a Delaware limited partnership.

In 2020, Kleinfelder acquired Industrial Fluid Management (IFM). Kleinfelder Water Technologies is a brand within Kleinfelder, Inc. that represents legacy IFM services within Kleinfelder’s portfolio of services, and is not a DBA or separate entity from Kleinfelder, Inc.

KEY MARKETS

Six Decades and Growing

Water Energy, Industrial

Facilities, Transportation

3,300 Employees

Offices in the U.S., Canada, & Australia

110+

KLEINFELDER AT A GLANCE

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Allison Roller Area Admin

Manager

Ann Scott Program Manager

Aubrie Koontz Project Manager III

Neil Pry Senior Program

Manager

Rick Bennett Client Account

Manager III

Tom Horn Industrial Water

Market Lead

Dingfang Liu KWT Manager

Bonnie Culp East Division

Business Manager

Brian Kisner Senior Program

Manager

Christy Hamby Sr. HR Manager

David Randall Senior Program

Manager

Matthew Steele Area Manager II

Mike Koester Maryland and Virginia Area

Manager

Becky Weig Area Manager II

Scott Rathfon Area Manager II

Seth Sanders Division Market

Manager

Stephanie Palmisano Division BD

Support Mngr II

Thomas Ritchie Division Market

Manager

Troy Holloway Area Manager II

Bill Rinker Area Manager II

Louis Armstrong Chief Executive

Officer

Jeff Hill Division Director

Chris King Division Director

Dan Harpstead Risk Mitigation Director

Dave Goershel Division Director

Jeremy Larsen National Service

Manager

Pascal Hinnen Executive Vice

President Central Division Director

Victor Auvinen Chief Revenue

Officer

Damien Skinner AU General Manager

Erik Soderquist Chief Financial Officer

Jay Clare Strategic Growth

Director

John Murphy Chief Operating Officer

Matthew Pickard Health & Safety

Director

Pat Schaffner Chief HR Officer

Rita Fordiani Technical Director

Scott Hillman Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary

Corporate Organization

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Meetings and Communication KWT maintains regular communication throughout the project lifecycle, using a mix of in-person and virtual meetings to balance collaboration and cost-efficiency. Meetings may include progress updates, technical reviews, and stakeholder coordination. KWT is readily available to take phone calls as questions arise.

24/7 Emergency Response Hotline Kleinfelder offers a 24/7 emergency response hotline for clients receiving our potable drinking water and wastewater O&M services. A technician will return calls within 30 minutes, and we will respond within two hours. Additionally, we maintain an emergency email account that is monitored around the clock.

CAPABILITY OF MEETING

PROJECT QUALIFICATIONS

Our team is what sets us apart from all others. To assist the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), we have assembled a team that: knows the wastewater treatment facilities, can address all technical and operational requirements from within, is committed to the success of ODOT, and are seasoned professionals.

Kleinfelder Water Technologies (KWT) has been providing daily operational support to Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) facilities for over 13 years.

Over time, KWT has steadily expanded its scope, now operating and managing water and wastewater systems at 126 facilities across the state to support full regulatory compliance.

These facilities span ODOT Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11 and 12, as well as back up operational service to District 8. To effectively support this statewide network, KWT maintains a team of skilled operators and technicians strategically located throughout Ohio, enabling responsive and reliable service delivery.

In 2024, Tommy Roth, Senior Water Treatment Operator at Kleinfelder, was honored with the with the Max Phillips Award by the Northwest Section (NW)

Ohio Water Environment Association (OWEA).

The award is presented to operators demonstrating excellence in wastewater treatment plant operation and exhibiting leadership qualities on the job.

PROJECT MANAGEMENT

MODEL

Kleinfelder understands that rapid response and adaptability are essential to the success of any water and wastewater operations program. Our approach is built on collaboration and technical depth that allows us to respond efficiently to both routine and complex needs across multiple sites.

To deliver effective services, we deploy a multidisciplinary team, including engineering, controls and programming, operations, and compliance. Our Contract Administrator, Ann Scott, serves as the primary point of contact for statewide coordination, while our Project Managers maintain direct communication with site-level stakeholders to ensure responsiveness and transparency.

For large or specialized projects, KWT draws from Kleinfelder’s broader network to ensure the right expertise is applied. The Contract Administrator assigns a Project Manager and Independent Technical Reviewer based on project scope, and the Program Manager works closely with the delivery team to tailor solutions that drive continuous improvement and address site-specific challenges.

Project Kick-Off When an out-of-scope project is identified, we begin with a collaborative meeting to understand goals, constraints, and expectations. We then develop a scope of services, schedule, and budget estimate for review and refinement. Once approved, the Program Manager assigns a specialized team and works with the designated Project Manager to develop a detailed work plan outlining deliverables, milestones, staffing, and communication protocols. This plan serves as the foundation for the project kick-off meeting with all stakeholders.

Program Controls At the core of approach is a detailed work plan to ensure that all sites and projects are adequately staffed. This plan outlines scope, deliverables, milestone dates, staffing, and budget, and serves as the foundation for tracking progress and managing change. KWT uses a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to generate preventive maintenance work orders, log tasks, and document all field activities. Monthly reports and billing are provided to summarize completed work, upcoming tasks, and any issues requiring attention.

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Kleinfelder supports the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) in maintaining and optimizing water and wastewater systems at rest facilities across the state. Our team of certified operators and licensed engineers provides full-service operation, maintenance, and compliance support across ten ODOT districts.

Our services include daily site visits, sample collection, system inspections, and report generation to provide water quality and compliance with applicable environmental regulations. We perform preventive maintenance to extend the lifespan of critical equipment and facilitate timely replacement of components when needed.

Kleinfelder’s certified operators manage wastewater systems to support environmental sustainability and regulatory compliance. Our team provides proper documentation, sampling, and reporting, and performs all work in a professional and workmanlike manner.

Our routine operation and maintenance services include:

functionality

services

● Preventive maintenance activities include troubleshooting, lubrication, filter and belt replacement, and diffuser cleaning.

● Sampling and testing activities to monitor dissolved oxygen, ph, solids, ammonia levels, and sludge depth

We have experience with providing monthly inspections and maintenance of non-permitted packaged wastewater systems, such as septic tanks, leach beds, lift stations, and aerobic digestion units. We verify mechanical operations, coordinate pumping services, and provide proper documentation and compliance with disposal policies.

Kleinfelder is committed to delivering quality service with a single point of contact for scheduling, billing, and contract administration to provide consistent performance across ODOT’s statewide facilities.

KWT has over 20 staff members who are qualified water operators. We currently have fifteen operators licensed as Ohio Water Professionals and sixteen operators licensed as Ohio Wastewater Professionals.

KWT is deeply-rooted in Ohio, providing water and wastewater biologics, operations, technical assistance, design-build engineering, and compete system integration.

Our firm is unique in this industry because of our combination of water/wastewater operators and design engineers. This duality allows Kleinfelder to provide comprehensive solutions that address both the operational and engineering aspects of rest area water systems. Our operators bring practical knowledge, verifying that systems run smoothly and efficiently. Meanwhile, our wastewater design engineers apply their expertise to create innovative and sustainable designs that meet regulatory standards and environmental goals.

Ohio Department of Transportation

126 ACTIVE

O&M

SITES13 YEARS

of

HISTORY

19 ACTIVE

O&M

SITES

DISTRICT

7 ACTIVE

O&M

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DISTRICT

17 ACTIVE

O&M

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ACTIVE

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DISTRICT

616 ACTIVE

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3 ACTIVE

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8 ACTIVE

O&M

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DISTRICT

21 ACTIVE

O&M

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DISTRICT

10 ACTIVE

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DISTRICT

7 ACTIVE

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4 ACTIVE

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2 ACTIVE

O&M

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DISTRICT

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These services are delivered by trained and certified operators, supported by a robust network of internal staff and subcontractors, providing consistent service delivery across geographically dispersed and remote locations.

In addition to O&M services, Kleinfelder acts as an Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) agent, having successfully completed over 20 turnkey water and wastewater infrastructure projects. These include:

Kleinfelder currently provides comprehensive operation, maintenance, and regulatory compliance services for water and wastewater systems across more than 70 sites in 29 U.S. states and several Canadian provinces, supporting a large, confidential truck travel center company. Our team has developed deep expertise in multi-site management of regulated water and wastewater systems, including:

NPDES reporting and regulatory correspondence

elimination strategies

● Verifying proper documentation, sampling, and reporting

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

The following project descriptions provide key examples of Kleinfelder’s experience most applicable to this program.

PILOT FLYING J WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEMS, MULTIPLE STATES

70 ACTIVE

O&M

SITES20 YEARS

of

HISTORY

Client Contact Katy Abner Sr. Environmental Compliance Manager

865.474.2479 katy.abner@ pilottravelcenters.com

*A reference letter has kindly been provided on our behalf, on page 9.

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OH

OH

OH

OH

● Village of New Washington, OH

Kleinfelder Water Technologies partners with municipalities across Ohio to support the delivery of safe, reliable water and wastewater services to local communities. Our team provides operational support for municipal wastewater treatment plants (WWTPs), lift stations, and associated infrastructure, verifying systems remain compliant, efficient, and responsive to community needs.

Typical services include daily site visits by OEPA-certified operators, weekly lift station inspections, process monitoring and adjustments, and preventive maintenance planning. We maintain detailed operational logs, perform routine sampling and testing, and submit all required regulatory reports. Our team also provides emergency response coverage 24/7, with on-site arrival within two hours of notification. In addition to hands-on operations, we offer guidance to municipal staff, helping build local capacity and provide continuity of service.

Ohio municipalities we’ve worked:

Sewer District

● Ridgeville Township, OH

MUNICIPAL WASTEWATER OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE

SERVICES, MULTIPLE LOCATIONS, OHIO

Client Contacts Village of Mt. Victory Randy Oliver, Village Administrator 567.674.5966 roliver@mountvicotryohio.gov

Village of Ney Tom Vance, Village of Ney Mayor 419.551.2355 neyohiomayor@gmail.com

Village of Latty Gabrielle Hook, Fiscal Officer 419.786.9843 latty@latty.net

*Reference letters have kindly been provided on our behalf, on pags 10 and 11.

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Kleinfelder’s certified operators and engineering staff verify all systems are maintained in accordance with OEPA and NPDES requirements. We utilize a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to track preventive and reactive maintenance tasks, generate work orders, and produce monthly reports— supporting transparency and performance tracking.

In addition to water and wastewater services, Kleinfelder supports TA and BP with site assessment and remediation, California stormwater compliance, due diligence, and canopy inspections.

Kleinfelder has been a trusted partner to TA for over a decade, delivering comprehensive water and wastewater services across multiple travel plaza sites, including TA #011 Dayton, OH. Our long-standing engagement demonstrates our ability to manage regulated systems in geographically dispersed and remote locations.

Our services include:

● Operation and maintenance (O&M) of seven wastewater treatment systems

Highlighted projects include:

● Design and installation of a 25,000-gpd wastewater treatment plant at TA #270 Bernardo, TX

● Design and installation of a 5,000-gpd commercial septic system at TA #465 Fair Play, SC

● Design of a 9,000-gpd wastewater stabilization lagoon at TA #471 Glenrio, NM

● Installation of a new drum screen and sludge holding tank at TA #192 Hudson, WI

TRAVEL CENTERS OF AMERICA, MULTIPLE STATES

7 ACTIVE

O&M

SITES10 YEARS

of

HISTORY

Client Contact Rob Porges Environmental Manager, HSSEC

Office: 440.808.7368 Mobile: 440.570.1395 rporges@ta-petro.com

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KWT’s services for Speedway align with ODOT’s requirements, such as:

elimination strategies

● Providing proper documentation, sampling, and reporting

● Delivering services in a workmanlike manner with qualified personnel

● Supporting non-permitted packaged systems, lift stations, and vegetation management

Our team is well-versed in OEPA requirements and equipped to deliver quality service across multiple districts with a single point of contact for scheduling, billing, and contract administration.

KWT has partnered with Speedway to deliver ongoing operation and maintenance (O&M) services for water and wastewater systems across multiple states, demonstrating our ability to manage decentralized operations.

Our certified operators provide consistent performance and regulatory compliance through routine site visits, system inspections, and OEPA/NPDES reporting.

Services include:

grease trap tanks

● Quarterly pump-outs of septic and grease trap systems

At the Dandridge facility, KWT is providing design and engineering services to assess and improve the

SPEEDWAY TRAVEL CENTER #7159, DANDRIDGE, TN

6 ACTIVE

O&M

SITES10 YEARS

of

HISTORY

Client Contact Jaime L. Peña 7-Eleven Regional Senior Project Manager

813.612.3627

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REFERENCE LETTERS

Pilot Company 5508 Lonas Drive Knoxville, TN 37909 1.800.562.6210

November 10, 2025

To Whom It May Concern:

Pilot Company has worked with Kleinfelder Water Technologies for many years on a broad range of water management and wastewater management projects, including the operation and maintenance of treatment systems, regulatory compliance support, and infrastructure upgrades and new utility connections.

Their team is knowledgeable, dependable, and professional, delivering practical solutions that meet complex technical, regulatory, and operational needs. Kleinfelder has been instrumental in helping us maintain compliance across multiple states, supporting projects from permitting through construction and ongoing operations.

We value our long-standing relationship with Kleinfelder Water Technologies and appreciate their continued commitment to quality service, reliability, and effective project execution.

Sincerely, Katy Abner Senior Specialist, Environmental Compliance Pilot Company

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P O Box 86 650 Alexander Street Latty OH 45855 Phone/Fax) 419.399.2644 latty@latty.net

November 6, 2025

To whom it concerns, The Village of Latty has contracted with Kleinfelder Water Technologies (formerly Industrial Fluid Management) for the past fifteen years for the operation of our Class 1 wastewater system.

We depend on KWT to fulfill our Operator of Record Requirements, oversee all sampling and reporting, provide technical assistance and guidance to village personnel, and assist with repairs and equipment replacement as needed.

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02 STAFF EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITIES

Success of a project stems from the commitment of the people dedicated to it. The team members presented in our organizational chart represent a multidiscipline group that will work to verify all projects are completed successfully.

Kleinfelder has the size, reach, breadth, and depth to meet any project needs that arise from this contract. With 3,300 employees in 110 offices – and extensive experience with resource sharing – we are confident that our team will be able to provide creative and comprehensive solutions for the Department in an efficient manner, as we have done on the contract. The following pages provide brief bios for the all personnel that highlight individual experience and qualifications in delivering comparable services. Full resumes can be found in Appendix A for key personnel.

TECHNICAL ADVISORS

Neil Pry* ♦ Tom Horn* ♦

PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE

Dingfang Liu, PhD, PE*, BCEE ♦ CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

Ann Scott* ♦

TECHINCAL SUPPORT STAFF

SENIOR TECHNICIANS

Bob Vance* ♦ Tom (Tommy) Roth* ♦

Thomas (Dean) Taylor ♦ William Pelland ♦

OPERATORS

Don Eagle* ♦

Randy Wilson* ♦

* Indicates a Ohio license ♦ Key Personnel n Lead Staff Members n Additional Staff Members

LEGEND

PROJECT MANAGER

Bob Vance* ♦ Tom (Tommy) Roth* ♦ DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER

Mike Stiles* ♦ Theodore (TJ) November ♦

ADMINISTRATIVE

Johnna Huber

Project Controls Stacia Pigman

Scheduler

LAB MANAGER

Brandy Delarber

CAD OPERATOR

John (Tre) Talley*

TECHNICIANS

Ross Austermiller

Jake Gamber Scott Dalrymple*

Scott Aiken

O&M SERVICE TEAM

OPERATORS

Mike Stiles* Kayle Chesnutte*

Aaron Penwell Greg Hill*

John (Tre) Talley Kody Crabb*

Tom (Tommy) Roth*

JR (Barney) Smith* Cody Pitsenbarger*

Scott Dalrymple* Jim Ramsey*

Brandy Delarber* Scott Aiken

Note: Kleinfelder’s deep bench of professional staff throughout the Ohio area allows us to supplement both Key Personnel and Support Personnel on this org chart as needed, dependent on the task orders issued.

ELECTRICAL,

INSTRUMENTATION &

CONTROL

Matt Fedderke

SUPPORT STAFF

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DINGFANG LIU, PHD, PE, BCEE | PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE

20+ years of experience in large-scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

Dr. Liu has 27 years of experience in water and wastewater treatment system design, evaluation, and process modeling. As wastewater treatment plant lead engineer, he has serviced many communities to improve their water/wastewater treatment plant with design flows ranging from 0.025 MGD to 180 MGD. His project experience ranges from concept through construction and start-up. Dr. Liu’s experience also includes procurement, design and construction of private/public projects under various delivery methods including design-build, design-build-operate, construction management at risk as well as other alternative delivery methods. His experience includes providing technical services for both design-builders as their design engineer and owners as their representative. Dr. Liu’s leadership provides technical excellence and strategic oversight across Kleinfelder’s water programs.

ANN SCOTT | CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR

25+ years of experience in large-scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

Ohio Class 3 Water and Wastewater licenses

Ms. Scott is a Program Manager for Kleinfelder Water Technologies. As Director of Operations, she works with operators on day-to-day management and operations of water and wastewater treatment facilities. She works with Ohio EPA to verify contracted facilities are compliant with regulations, and to address any issues that may present themselves. While listed as ORC as multiple facilities, she runs point on all Ohio contract operations. Ms. Scott’s previous experience includes administration of a local Ohio village, where she managed multiple facets of municipal activities including water, wastewater, storm water, electrical distribution, and streets. Prior to this role, she worked for a national water treatment company and contract laboratory.

Managing the operators throughout Ohio, she works out of the Hilliard office. Concurrently with operations management, Ms. Scott also provides project management for the projects developed through contract operation clients and offers technical support to KWT’s design-build team on specific projects.

NEIL PRY | TECHNICAL ADVISOR

25+ years of experience in large-scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

Ohio Class 3 Water and Wastewater licenses

Mr. Pry is a Program Manager for Kleinfelder Water Technologies. In this role, he oversees Potable Water Systems (PWS) and NPDES wastewater treatment systems, provides technical assistants, compliance monitoring, permitting, project management of system upgrades and repairs, and design-build projects for numerous corporate and municipal clients nationally and in Canada. He is involved in staff training and development, as well as provides technical expertise on numerous water and wastewater projects for clients.

Neil is very familiar with Federal and State regulations across the country and in Canada.

TOM HORN | TECHNICAL ADVISOR

10+ years of experience in large-scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

Ohio Class 3 Water and Wastewater licenses

Mr. Horn possesses over 25 years of experience in the industrial water and wastewater market. His experience includes operations, design, business development and project management in multiple industrial, municipal and commercial water, wastewater and water reuse applications nationally. His technical knowledge includes industrial wastewater treatment (primary, secondary, tertiary), high purity water and associated pretreatment including filtration, membranes and ion exchange, end of pipe and point of reuse design, project development and execution.

PERSONNEL BIOS

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BOB VANCE | PROJECT MANAGER

10+ years of experience in large-scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

Ohio Class 2 Water and Class 3 Wastewater licenses

With over forty years in the water and wastewater field, the past eleven of which have been with KWT, Mr.

Vance is a mentor to many of our staff. With his years of experience, along with maintaining Ohio Class 2 Water and Class 3 Wastewater licenses, Mr. Vance leads our southern operations group in training, safety, and equipment preventative maintenance and repairs. With his versatility, Mr. Vance oversees operations, quotes and manages projects, and is still very ‘hands on” in the field.

TOM (TOMMY) ROTH | SENIOR TECHNICIAN/OPERATOR

10+ years of experience in large-scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

Ohio Class 1 Wastewater and Class A Water licenses

Mr. Roth has over twenty-five years with our company, he is an accomplished operator and technician.

Holding Ohio Class 1 Wastewater and Class A Water licenses, Mr. Roth is familiar with all our facilities. Along with his operational expertise, Mr. Roth is extremely well versed in equipment maintenance and repair. He is called on to troubleshoot and guide operators and technicians in the field, assist with plant design, manage projects and oversee subcontractors.

MIKE STILES | DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER/OPERATOR

Five years’ of experience in management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems

Ohio Class 3 Water and Wastewater licenses

Mr. Stiles holds Ohio Class 3 Water and Wastewater licenses and brings 10 years of experience to his role.

Since joining KWT in 2025, he has served as Lead Operator, providing ORC coverage, mentoring staff, and supporting OEPA reporting requirements including eDWR, eDMR, and Minimum Staffing submissions. His supervisory background enhances his ability to guide operations and verify compliance.

THEODORE (TJ) NOVEMBER | DEPUTY PROJECT MANAGER

Five years’ of experience in management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems

Mr. November supports field operations and project coordination across multiple facilities. As Deputy Project Manager, he assists with scheduling, compliance tracking, and operator oversight. His role includes supporting OEPA reporting and verifying that site-specific needs are met with timely and effective solutions.

THOMAS (DEAN) TAYLOR | TECHNICIAN

Mr. Taylor joined KWT in 2018, bringing extensive experience in equipment maintenance. He now serves as Service Manager, overseeing service operations, equipment repairs, and supporting field teams with technical expertise.

WILLIAM PETLAND | TECHNICIAN

Mr. Petland provides hands-on technical support for water and wastewater systems, including equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and field repairs. His experience with mechanical systems and operational procedures makes him a reliable resource for maintaining system performance and supporting field teams.

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DON EAGLE | OPERATOR

10+ years of experience in large-scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

Ohio Class 1 Water and Class 3 Wastewater licenses

Mr. Eagle has been a Lead Operator with KWT for over fourteen years. Having over 30 years of experience in the field makes him a “go to” for advice on any treatment related issues. Mr. Eagle holds Ohio Class 1 Water and Class 3 Wastewater licenses. In addition to his responsibilities as a an operator, Mr. Eagle also assists with eDWR and eDMR submissions.

RANDY WILSON | OPERATOR

10+ years of experience in large-scale, multi-site management and operation of regulated water and wastewater systems.

Ohio Class A Water and Wastewater licenses

During his eleven-year tenure with KWT, Mr. Wilson obtained his Ohio Class A Water and Wastewater licenses. He has become well versed in the treatment and operations of all the central and southern Ohio facilities. Mr. Wilson assists with training new hires, service and repair projects, and monthly reporting.

JOHNNA HUBER | ADMINISTRATIVE: PROJECT CONTROLS

Ms. Huber supports project controls and documentation for Kleinfelder’s water and wastewater programs.

She assists with CMMS data entry, reporting, and tracking of preventive and reactive maintenance tasks, verifying transparency and accountability across the portfolio. Having a staff member in the office dedicated these tasks, supports our Contract Administrator in keeping the team on task.

STACIA PIGMAN | ADMINISTRATIVE: SCHEDULER

Ms. Pigman plays a key role in coordinating operator schedules across Kleinfelder’s Ohio portfolio, verifying coverage for routine operations, emergency response, and compliance visits. Her role is essential to maintaining continuity and responsiveness across all facilities. By having a dedicated staff member focused on scheduling and field coordination, Ms. Pigman supports the Contract Administrator in aligning field resources with operational needs—verifying that operators are deployed where they are most needed, when they are needed.

BRANDY DELARBER | LAB MANAGER

Ohio Class 1 Wastewater license

Ms. Delarber joined KWT in 2020, she has an Ohio Class 1 Wastewater license and over ten years of experience. She leads laboratory operations and supports NPDES and Chemical Monitoring Schedules to verify all sampling requirements are met.

JOHN (TRE) TALLEY | CAD OPERATOR / OPERATOR

Class A Water license

Mr. Talley began his career as a CAD Operator and transitioned into operations, earning his Ohio Class A Water license. He is currently pursuing his Class A Wastewater license and supports both design and field operations with a strong understanding of system functionality.

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ROSS AUSTERMILLER | TECHNICIAN

Mr. Austermiller supports field operations with a focus on equipment maintenance and system troubleshooting. He assists operators with repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance tasks, contributing to the reliability and efficiency of decentralized systems.

JAKE GAMBER | TECHNICIAN

Mr. Gamber provides technical support for water and wastewater systems, assisting with field repairs, equipment servicing, and operational troubleshooting. His role helps verify that systems remain in good working order and compliant with regulatory standards.

SCOTT DALRYMPLE | OPERATOR / TECHNICIAN

Ohio Class A Water & Wastewater licenses

Moving to Ohio in July of 2024, with eight years of water & wastewater experience, Mr. Dalrymple carried an out of state Class 1 Wastewater license. Learning there was no reciprocity between states, his only course of action was to test for the Ohio license. To date, Scott has obtained his Ohio Class A Water & Wastewater licenses; and has recently passed the Class 1 Wastewater Exam and is awaiting approval of his license application. These accomplishments show his determination and desire to grow and move forward. Along with his operational abilities, Scott is well experienced in maintenance and repairs.

KAYLE CHESNUTTE | OPERATOR

Ohio Class A Wastewater license

Ms. Chesnutte started with KWT in August of 2024, having completed the Owens Operator Training Course she was anxious to get experience in the field. Ms. Chesnutte has been assigned to the non-licensed operator work at multiple facilities. Having recently passed her Ohio Class A Wastewater exam and OEPA approval, she is our newest licensed operator. Along with filed operations, Ms. Chesnutte has taken a lead position in data collection and reporting prep, helping to streamline our procedures.

AARON PENWELL | OPERATOR

Class 1 Ohio Water license

Mr. Penwell joined Kleinfelder Water Technologies in December 2024 and brings seven years of experience in water treatment operations. He holds a Class 1 Ohio Water license and supports southern Ohio facilities with daily operations, compliance monitoring, and system maintenance. As a recent addition to the team, Aaron has quickly become a reliable contributor, applying his experience to verify consistent water quality and regulatory adherence.

GREG HILL | OPERATOR

Ohio Class 3 Wastewater

Mr. Hill is the newest hire to our McClure office, he holds an Ohio Class Wastewater license and brings with him a vast amount of experience in operations. Previously he worked for a manufacturer, leading their in-house operations and troubleshooting for Wastewater Treatment, Recycling, and Ultra-Pure Water systems, verifying strict adherence to NPDES and ZLD standards. While there he directed preventive maintenance programs for all water treatment systems, increasing uptime and efficiency.

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KODY CRABB | OPERATOR

Ohio Class 2 Water and Class 1 Wastewater licenses

With over 10 years of experience in the field and holding Ohio Class 2 Water and Class 1 Wastewater licenses, Mr. Crabb brings a wealth of knowledge to our operations team. He has experience at several ODOT facilities and municipal water treatment plants.

JR (BARNEY) SMITH | OPERATOR

Ohio Class II Wastewater license

Mr. Smith has been with KWT for five years and has assisted with the operation of multiple plants. He holds an Ohio Class II Wastewater license and has 20 years of experience in the operations field, this acquired knowledge, and skill has been an asset to our team.

CODY PITSENBARGER | OPERATOR

Ohio Class 2 Water and Class 3 Wastewater licenses

Mr. Pitsenbarger joined Kleinfelder Water Technologies in 2016 and brings over 15 years of experience in water and wastewater operations. He holds Ohio Class 2 Water and Class 3 Wastewater licenses and provides Operator of Record coverage across multiple facilities. Cody is known for his reliability and technical skill in both treatment processes and field operations, contributing to the consistent performance and compliance of decentralized systems.

JIM RAMSEY | OPERATOR

Ohio Class 2 Water and Class 3 Wastewater licenses

Mr. Ramsey joined Kleinfelder Water Technologies in 2016 and brings over four decades of experience in water and wastewater operations. He holds Ohio Class 2 Water and Wastewater licenses and is a valued resource for his deep operational knowledge and field expertise. Mr. Ramsey supports multiple facilities with compliance, troubleshooting, and mentoring, contributing to the consistent performance and reliability of systems across the region.

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ESTIMATED TIME EACH PERSON WILL BE DEVOTED TO THIS

PROJECT

The anticipated commitment of time for Kleinfelder’s Key Personnel for this project is shown in in the table below. We are presenting the anticipated commitment time as a range of percentages representative of busier and slower periods of work throughout the duration of the project for varying roles and disciplines.

TEAM MEMBER ROLE YEARS OF

EXPERIENCE

% OF TIME

TO PROJECT

Ann Scott Contract Administrator 33 90%

Dingfang Liu Principal-in-Charge 29 10%

Neil Pry Technical Advisor 30 10%

Tom Horn Technical Advisor 29 10%

Bob Vance Project Manager/Senior Technician 46 90%

Tom (Tommy) Roth Senior Technician/Operator 25 90%

Mike Stiles Deputy Project Manager/Operator 10 90%

Theodore (TJ) November Deputy Project Manager 5 80%

Thomas (Dean) Taylor Senior Technician 25 50%

William Pelland Technician 15 50%

Don Eagle Operator 36 90%

Randy Wilson Operator 11 90%

Johnna Huber Project Controls 23 80%

Stacia Pigman Scheduler 2 50%

Brandy Delarber Operator 10 90%

John (Tre) Talley CAD Operator/Operator 8 90%

Ross Austermiller Technician 2 50%

Jake Gamber Technician 2 50%

Scott Dalrymple Technician/Operator 1 90%

Kayle Chesnutte Operator 1 90%

Aaron Penwell Operator 7 90%

Greg Hill Operator 10 90%

Kody Crabb Operator 13 90%

JR (Barney) Smith Operator 37 90%

Cody Pitsenbarger Operator 27 90%

Jim Ramsey Operator 13 90%

Scott Aiken Operator 1 90%

Matt Fedderke Electrical, Instrumentation and Control 13 20%

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03 SAMPLE OPERATIONAL PLANS

Invitation No. 520-26

KWT Non-Permitted Packaged Wastewater Systems

KWT will schedule trained technicians to visit the Non-Permitted Package Plants once a month, this workorder will be issued via CMMS.

The following, as applicable, will be check, confirmed, and reported:

• Check Control Panel

• Check trash trap, schedule pumping as needed

• Confirm pump operation

• Confirm blower operation

• Visually inspect area for evidence of saturation, pooling, or ponding water

• Record amp draws on all equipment

• Check air filters and belts

• Confirm level control operation

• Confirm tank levels

• Confirm alarm operation

• Address any operational issues

• Address any mechanical issues

• Grease & oil as per equipment recommendation

• Pull pumps as needed for inspection

• Schedule pumping as needed

• Complete workorder paperwork and upload to Sharepoint

• Notify supervisor of any needed attention outside of scheduled PM serivce

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KWT Pump Station and Lift Station Operational Plan

KWT scheduler will assign a trained technician/operator to visit pump stations and lift stations once a month, this workorder will be issued via CMMS.

The following, as applicable, will be field checked, confirmed, and reported:

• Check Control Panel

• Record pump hours

• Check trash trap, schedule pumping as needed

• Confirm operation of all pumps

• Record amp draws on all equipment

• Confirm proper operation of all level control floats, transducer, and bubbler systems, as applicable

• As accessible, confirm the operation of check valves

• Confirm alarm operation

• Address any operational or mechanical issues

• Confirm seasonally the proper positioning of air vents and operation of heaters

• Grease & oil as per equipment recommendation

• Pull pumps as needed for inspection

• Schedule wet well pumping/cleaning as needed

• Complete workorder paperwork and upload to Sharepoint

• Notify supervisor of any items needing immediate attention outside of the PM

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Invitation # 520-26

KWT Wastewater Treatment Plant Operational Plan

Every permitted Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) has assigned discharge effluent quality and recording frequency parameters listed in their National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). The classification of the WWTP is also listed, this classification correlates with minimum staffing requirements set forth in OAC 3745-7-04.