Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Licensed Environmental Professional (LEP) will provide as-needed services for MetroCOG’s EPA Brownfields Community Wide Assessment Program, including but not limited to: environmental site assessments, soil/groundwater sampling, remediation planning and other environmental engineering services. MetroCOG will depend on the LEP to assist in ensuring that assessment activities comply with all applicable state and federal requirements. These requirements may include but are not limited to applicable state and federal environmental regulations, funding source-specific obligations relative to task eligibility, record-keeping, and wage rate compliance assurance. The general scope of services may include but are not limited to: 1. Community Outreach, Engagement, and Education ▪ Developing marketing materials; holding public meetings; notifying nearby residents and local organizations of assessment schedules; and responding to questions and comments solicited from the community. 2. Brownfields Reuse Planning & and Market Analysis/Studies ▪ Aid in the creation Reuse Strategies and Market Assessments of Priority Brownfield Sites. 3. Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) & Associated Tasks: ▪ Advice About & Compliance with All Appropriate Inquiry (AAI) Rules. ▪ Review and/or Preparation of the following: ▪ Quality Assurance Project Plans (QAPPs)