Specifications include, but are not limited to: A. Task 1 – Submit Caltrans LAPM Chapter 6 Environmental Procedures Exhibits – Preliminary Environmental Study (PES) and Other Exhibits. • The PA&ED phase will involve preparation of the appropriate environmental documents for the project, along with the selection of a range of reasonable alternatives and feasible mitigation in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). • Caltrans, as the lead agency under CEQA, will oversee, ultimately approve or deny the PA&ED environmental document/exhibits for the project. • The PA&ED is a Caltrans-controlled process and subject to Caltrans’s oversight, concurrence, and approval at each step in each phase of the process, including the review and approval of the various required document submittals and technical reports, the selection of project alternatives, and the environmental review process under CEQA. • Consultant to follow Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual Chapter 6: Environmental Procedures - https://dot.ca.gov/-/media/dot-media/programs/localassistance/documents/lapm/ch06.pdf • Final CEQA environmental document may be certified by Caltrans, along with supporting technical studies, will be included with the request to obtain a finance letter for the PS&E phase of the project. • Develop and maintain Project Schedule for approval based on city approval process and applicable date restrictions: • Conduct scoping meeting with City to discuss any deviation from initial tasks. B. Task 2 – Survey, Data Collection, Permitting and Regulations • The consultant shall observe all laws, rules, and regulations concerning environmental permitting and the scope of professional services shall include all steps necessary in the project development and permitting process to fully entitle the project to move into the design and ultimately the construction phase. • Document, design, and incorporate environmental requirements (where applicable), mitigation measures, NPDES requirements (including adherence to MS4 LID requirements), BMPs, air/water quality, and erosion/sediment control into Project construction documents as required. • Provide a signed check off list certifying that all environmental clearances/permits (CEQA) have been completed and all mitigation measures have been incorporated into the PS&E prior to the advertisement of the Project for construction. • Consultant shall incorporate all federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations concerning Public Works as applicable. The deliverables provided by the City shall conform to those regulations to ensure a complete and conforming project. The consultant and subconsultants shall comply with Public Contract Code Section 10120 in the preparation of full, complete, and accurate PA&ED. • Minimum number of Meetings: • 1 - Scoping/Kick off • 2 - Stakeholders/Final Design • 5 - City Staff
