On-Call Materials Testing, Deputy Inspection, Evironmental Engineering Sciences City of Anaheim Dept. of Public Works
Prepared by C.E.M. LAB
January 30, 2024
Proposal to Provide
On-Call Materials Testing, Deputy Inspection,
Environmental Engineering & Science Services
for
Construction of Capital Improvement Projects
Prepared for:
City of Anaheim
Department of Public Works-Construction Services
2nd Floor Engineering Counter
200 S. Anaheim Boulevard, Suite 276
Anaheim, CA 92805
Attn: Samantha Bahena, Contract Administration
Proposal Prepared by:
C.E.M. LAB
(SBE – Caltrans &DSA CERTIFIED)
Teri A. Knoll, V.P., Director of Client Development
C.E.M. LAB
45 Post
Irvine, CA 92618
Phone Number: (949) 502-4130 Fax Number: (949)502-4131
Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
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1 T
able of Contents
_________ Table of Contents___ __ _______ _ _________1 Section 1____ C over Letter____________________________________________________2 Section 2 F irm Location_& Scope of Services____________ ______ __4
1. F irm Location
2. S
cope of Services
Section 3 S ubcontracted Services___________________ _______________________ 8 Section 4 S ite Safety Qualifications & Training__________________________ _ _9 Section 5 O rganizational Structure_________ ___ _______________10
1. Organizational Chart
2. Daily Operations / Dispatching
3. Project Manager / Account Manager
Section 6 K ey Personnel______ ___________________________ __13 Section 7 Ca ltrans Requirements___ ____________________________15 Section 8 C WA Agreement____________________ __________________________16 Section 9____________R eferences____________________________________________________17 Section 10___________ A ppendix_____________________________________________________20
1. R esumés
2. C
ertifications
3. A
ddenda
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2 SECTION 1: Cover Letter
January 30, 2024
City of Anaheim-Public Works Department
200 South Anaheim Boulevard, Suite 276
Anaheim, CA 92805
To Whom It May Concern:
C.E.M. LAB is pleased to submit this proposal in response to the City of An Anaheim’s (the City) request for On-Call Materials Testing, Deputy Inspection, and Environmental Engineering & Science Services for the Construction of Capital Improvement Projects.
C.E.M. LAB is submitting for all three (3) categories.
C.E.M. LAB is a full-service, state-of-the-art CalTrans certified laboratory and geotechnical firm located in Irvine, CA with over 25 years’ experience working with many municipalities, public works agencies, school districts, and commercial developers since our inception in 1995 – a comprehensive list of projects is found on www.cemlabcorp.com
. C.E.M. LAB is a certified Small Business Enterprise
(SBE#55072).
Our highly qualified team of engineers and field & laboratory technicians has in-depth knowledge and years of experience related to a wide range of issues critical to any project. Our team consists of California registered civil and geotechnical engineers, CWI, DSA Masonry, ACI & ICC certified field technicians, ACI certified laboratory technicians, and support staff. We will provide all testing, inspection, and engineering services outlined in the scope of work.
C.E.M. LAB is a professional firm experienced and its team is prepared to provide on-call continuous and periodic geotechnical and environmental services including geotechnical investigation and observation and all material testing and inspections in accordance with CalTrans, ASTM International, ASSHTO, and DSA requirements and project specifications. To maintain continuity, team members will always remain with a project for its duration, regardless of interruptions that may occur. Our highly qualified team of engineers and field technicians has in-depth knowledge and years of experience related to a wide range of issues critical to any project.
Unlike top-heavy firms, C.E.M. has extremely competitive pricing with no hidden project management fees. C.E.M. maintains a low-overhead and avoids excessive management costs which allow us to provide excellent and timely service at competitive rates – often under budget. In addition, throughout each project, C.E.M. LAB will constantly and proactively seek ways to improve its services and cut costs for the City.
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3 C.E.M. LAB is committed to providing immediate response to requests for personnel or technical support. We can provide service within a 12-hour call to our dispatch team on a regular basis. Our project personnel will be available on a 24-hour basis, 7 days a week, as necessary.
C.E.M. has the necessary resources and technical expertise to ensure that services required in this RFP will be provided within budget, schedule, and quality expectations. We are committed to providing our clients with quality, responsive service.
I, Teri A. Knoll, Vice President of C.E.M. LAB, am authorized to represent this firm regarding all matters related to this proposal.
Sincerely,
Teri A. Knoll,
V.P., Director of Client Development
C.E.M. LAB
45 Post, Irvine, CA 92618
[email protected]
949/887-7281 (Direct)
949/502-4130 (Office)
949/502-4131 (Fax)
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4 SECTION 2: Firm Location & Scope of Services
1. Firm Location
Our location in Irvine allows us to respond within minutes of notification for field personnel in an urgent situation. We can provide service within a 12-hour call to our dispatch team on a regular basis. Our project personnel will be available on a 24-hour basis, 7 days a week, as necessary.
C.E.M. LAB
45 Post
Irvine, CA 92618
2. Scope of Services
C.E.M. LAB has the required experience to implement with expertise the scope of services required for this RFP including geotechnical engineering, soil testing and inspection, material testing, deputy inspection services, and environmental engineering and science services (subcontracted).
Soils Engineering, Testing & Inspection
C.E.M. LAB is a full-service geotechnical engineering and material testing and inspection firm comprised of experienced engineers, geologists, and other dedicated professionals. Well-grounded in the requirements set forth by all regulating agencies, our expert team has accumulated considerable experience in a diversity of geotechnical as well as material testing and inspection projects. C.E.M. takes particular pride in having provided numerous municipalities, public school districts, and colleges with a full range of effective geotechnical solutions. Our experience encompasses a substantial body of work for a wide range of architectural firms, construction companies, construction managers.
All geotechnical investigations will be supervised by a registered geotechnical engineer (G.E.) and/or a certified engineering geologist (C.E.G.). Drilling procedures with the Hollow Stem Auger, Rotary Wash, and Cone Penetrometer will be utilized for the subsurface investigations. The number and depth of the borings and/or Cone Penetrometer Probes will be dependent upon the square footage, estimated
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5 loads, published geotechnical conditions of the site, and proposed type of improvements. Our geotechnical investigation for each site will provide us with subsurface conditions, depth of ground water, and soil samples for the subsequent laboratory testing. Soil samples will be tested in C.E.M.’s laboratory facilities approved by Caltrans, DSA and other regulatory agencies. Upon completion of our field and laboratory investigations, the data will be evaluated to develop conclusions and recommendations regarding the following:
1. Local and regional geologic features which may affect the proposed development;
2. Soil stratigraphy and ground water conditions;
3. Soil and bedrock engineering properties and design parameters;
4. Seismic risks and liquefaction potential of the site and recommendations for remedial measures, if required;
5. Site grading, site preparation, fill placement, compaction and drainage;
6. Treatment of expansive soil;
7. Foundation support for the proposed roads/facilities including:
a. allowable bearing capacities for sustained and temporary (wind or seismic) loads; limiting depth and widths;
b. allowable horizontal pressures and base friction /adhesion for resistance to horizontal loads, and uplift resistance;
c. foundation installation considerations;
8. Lateral earth pressures for retaining walls or structures;
9. Buried pipe and utility backfill; and
10. Soil corrosion potential
11. Any other recommendations required by RFP
C.E.M. staff will work closely with the project design team throughout the course of the project to provide conclusions, recommendations, and design criteria as they are developed. After the work is completed, a final report will be submitted containing the pertinent field and laboratory data, findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
Deputy Building Inspection & Materials Testing
Our Caltrans certified laboratory (RSP #231) is conveniently located in Irvine and consists of Caltrans certified laboratory technicians, licensed engineers, and support staff. CEM LAB has been providing Quality Assurance and Quality Control services for a variety of public works projects since 1995. Our on-going Quality Control Program and participation in Caltrans (RSP# 231), CCRL & AASHTO nationwide proficiency programs guarantee accurate test results for our clients. We are certified with Caltrans (RSP#231), DSA (LEA#190), the City of Los Angeles (TA10111), City of San Diego, AASHTOL and CCRL (Divisions of ASTM). Our firm is a certified Small Business Enterprise (SBE#55072) and it is known to provide excellent and timely service at competitive rates .
C.E.M. LAB is a professional firm experienced and prepared to provide continuous and periodic inspections and testing in accordance with the Caltrans, DSA, and ASTM standards and all project specifications in conformance with the City’s Quality Assurance Program (QAP). To maintain On-Call Materials Testing, Deputy Inspection, Environmental Engineering City of Anaheim Prepared by C.E.M. LAB
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6 continuity, inspectors will always remain with a project for its duration, regardless of interruptions that may occur. Our highly qualified team of engineers and field technicians has in-depth knowledge and years of experience related to a wide range of issues critical to any project.
Our team consists of certified deputy inspectors including CWI, DSA, ACI & ICC certified deputy Inspectors, ACI certified laboratory and field technicians, and support staff. We will provide all testing and inspections services outlined in the scope of work including inspection of concrete, soils (compaction and all other soils tests), pavement, masonry, roofing, fireproofing, masonry, post installed anchors, steel, welding, nondestructive testing, and all required laboratory testing.
All soils and materials testing are conducted in-house at our local state of the art laboratory. Soils testing is performed in correlation with the field investigation for the analysis of soil conditions and characteristics relative to the recommended geotechnical design engineering. C.E.M. LAB ensures the City that all inspection and materials testing services will be performed in conformance with the approved construction documents and all applicable codes and regulations including the Title 24 of California Building Code, Caltrans, State Department of Conservation, and California Geological Survey. C.E.M. understands and complies with all applicable Health and Safety laws, guidelines, and requirement including Cal/OSHA Title 8, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), the Education Code, the CDE (California Department of Education), the DTSC (Department of Toxic Substances Control), and in compliance with Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction. C.E.M.’s services will meet all the aforementioned requirements as set by the applicable codes and regulations and all other applicable ordinances and guidelines.
C.E.M. staff will work closely with the project design team throughout the course of the project to provide conclusions, recommendations, and design criteria as needed. After the work is complete, a final report will be submitted containing the pertinent field and laboratory data, findings, conclusions, and recommendations. This report will be prepared in strict adherence with the applicable codes and requirements.
Environmental Engineering and Science Services
Environmental and science services will be subcontracted to the Ramboll Group in Irvine, CA:
Ramboll is at the forefront of green and sustainable remediation, and their innovative thinking and turnkey solutions have been applied successfully to thousands of industrial, mining, development and hazardous waste sites around the world. Their tailored, innovative solutions address evolving industry drivers such as urbanization, climate change and resiliency and digitalization.
Services include:
• Site assessment and investigation
• Site-specific risk assessment
• Remedial strategy/feasibility studies
• Remedial design and project delivery
• Operations maintenance and monitoring
• Decommissioning, decontamination and demolition
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7 • Site restoration
• Expert services
Services related to this RFP:
ENVIRONMENTAL SITE INVESTIGATION & ASSESSMENT (ESA)
Ramboll’s tiered, risk-based approach ensures focused, cost-effective site investigations for soil, vapor, sediment, surface water, groundwater and building systems. They use state-of-the-art techniques – including remote sensing –to collect, interpret and manage site data, complementing our capabilities in fate and transport modeling, health risk assessment, and data visualization. This enables their investigators to not only evaluate the current status of site contamination including such materials as lead, asbestos, PCBs and other contaminants, but also to provide valuable input into the development of site-specific, risk-based remediation goals.
SITE-SPECIFIC RISK ASSESSMENT
At the forefront of human health and ecological risk assessment, Ramboll has an unparalleled reputation for combining technical expertise and practical experience in determining when and how to assess human health and environmental risks in a variety of contexts, including at contaminated sites. A key factor in their ability to help clients is their use of a consistent, risk management-oriented approach to all aspects of site investigation and remediation. By integrating their risk assessment skills and experience with their site solutions expertise, they can optimize the scope of work to reduce unnecessary data collection and focus our efforts where risk reduction is greatest.
REMEDIAL DESIGN & PROJECT DELIVERY
When engineering a solution, Ramboll considers lifecycle costs, risk management, future liabilities and the costs of various alternatives. Their integrated team of engineers, construction professionals, operations and maintenance experts, and health and safety professionals focus on delivering cost- effective and implementable solutions to clients. They leverage their project delivery expertise to aid in decision making, and partner with clients to assess the appropriate path for implementation with a focus on communication and stakeholder engagement, health and safety, budget and schedule.
DECOMMISSIONING, DEMOLITION & DECONTAMINATION
Ramboll is uniquely qualified to deliver the most technically challenging decommissioning, decontamination and demolition services to clients. They leverage their knowledge of asset valuation, project delivery, hazardous materials management and sustainable reuse of property to provide tailored solutions that benefit clients, communities and the environment.
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8 SECTION 3: Subcontracted Services
All services are provided in-house from our state-of-the-art laboratory in Irvine except Environmental Engineering which will be subcontracted to:
Rambol Group
5 Park Plaza
Suite 500
Irvine, CA 92614
949/798-3603
[email protected]
www.ramboll.com
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9 SECTION 4: Site Safety Qualifications & Training
C.E.M. LAB has an Illness and Injury Prevention Plan in place, and undertakes the following to ensure that all field personnel understand and comply:
Safety Policies
1. Commitment to Safety
• All field personnel are committed to prioritizing safety in every aspect of their work. • C.E.M. adheres to all local, state, and federal safety regulations.
2. Hazard Identification and Reporting
• Field personnel are trained to identify potential hazards and report them promptly to the designated safety officer.
• Regular site inspections are conducted to assess and mitigate potential risks.
Qualifications
1. Certifications
• Field personnel possess relevant certifications and any industry-specific certifications required for their roles.
2. Experience and Training
• Field personnel undergo extensive training in construction site safety protocols based on Cal/OSHA .
• Continuous education and updates are provided to ensure compliance with evolving safety standards.
•
Training Programs
1. Orientation
• All new hires participate in a comprehensive safety orientation program. • C.E.M. emphasizes trade-specific safety policies, emergency procedures, and communication protocols.
2. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Training
• All field personnel are trained on the proper selection, use, and maintenance of personal protective equipment.
3. Site-Specific Training
• Additional training is provided for site-specific hazards and safety measures. • This includes familiarity with equipment, machinery, and potential risks unique to each project.
Monitoring and Evaluation
1. Safety Audits
• Regular safety audits are conducted to assess compliance with safety policies and identify areas for improvement.
2. Incident Reporting and Investigation
• Field personnel are trained to report incidents promptly, and thorough investigations are conducted to prevent recurrence.
3. Continuous Improvement
• Safety protocols are regularly reviewed, and training programs are updated to incorporate lessons learned and industry best practices.
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SECTION 5: Organizational Structure
1. Organizational Chart
Key Personnel for City of Anaheim
Name and
Title
Contractual Role &
Responsibility
Experience
Qualifications & Licenses Availability
Soheil Binaei
Principal Civil
Engineer
President
Project Manager
Principal Engineer
36 Years
RCE50028
M.S., Civil Engineering
CSU, Long Beach, 1991
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
Mohammad
Joolazadeh
Principal
Geotechnical
Engineer
Senior Geotechnical
Engineer
41 Years
GE 2199
RCE43474
M.S., Geotechnical Engineering
University of Idaho, 1980
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
Craig C. Chase
Senior Geologist
Senior Geologist 28 Years
C.E.G. 2225
CSU Fullerton, 1982
B.S., Geology; M.S., Environmental
Studies
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of projects
Eric Smith
Professional
Geologist
Certified
Hydrogeologist
Senior Environmental
Engineer 32 Years
GEO 6033
HG 102
M.S.
Available as
needed to fulfill
requirements of
projects
Adam Weister,
QSD
Senior
Environmental
Manager
Water Quality &
Environmental Manager 12 Years
Certified Professional in Erosion Control
(CPESC 3326)
Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD22488)
AQMD Fugitive Dust Certification
HAZWOPER 40-hour & OSHA 40-hour
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of projects
Mehrdad Ganji
Soil Deputy
Inspector
Soil Deputy Inspector 19 Years
B.S., Civil Engineering
Cal Poly Pomona, 2001
ICC – 8215753
HAZWOPER 40-hour
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
Mark Johnson
Reinforced and
Prestress
Concrete,
Masonry
Deputy Inspector
22 Years
ICC – 8028712
City of Anaheim Certified
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
Dauv McNeely
Commercial
Building
Inspector
Reinforced
Concrete
Deputy Inspector 13 Years ICC- 9431570
City of Anaheim Certified
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
Jeremy Fields
Concrete,
Masonry,
Fireproofing,
Bolting Inspector
Post-Installed
Anchor Testing
Deputy Inspector 11 Years
ICC 8223917
DSA Masonry 6122
City of Anaheim Certified
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
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Ivar Hanson
Prestress
Concrete, Post
Installed Anchor
& Shear,
Roofing,
Masonry
Deputy Inspector 18 Years
ICC Commercial Building Inspector,
Reinforced Concrete, Masonry, Wood, and,
ICC 8387332
City of Anaheim Certified
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
Monty Morris
Steel Inspector
(Available for
Off Site)
Welding
Inspector/N.D.T.
Bolting Inspector
D
eputy Inspector
36 Years A WS CWI 91010861
ASNT Level III 108144
ICC 395200
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
Raymond
Mitchell
Soil, P.T.
Concrete,
Masonry,
fireproofing,
CWI Welding,
Bolting
Deputy Inspector
Soil, P.T. Concrete,
Masonry, fireproofing, CWI
Welding, Bolting
15 years
ICC 7982341
CWI 20031331
A vailable as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
Hassan
Mahdavi
Geotechnical
Laboratory
Manager
Geotechnical Laboratory
Manager
B.S. in Civil Engineering
University of Tehran
Available as
needed
to fulfill
requirements
of project
29 years
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12 2. Daily Operations / Dispatching
Dedicated Dispatcher – C.E.M. LAB has a dedicated dispatcher actively monitoring and scheduling services. Dispatch can be reached by email [email protected] or by phone 949/613-4631 on a
24/7 basis.
12-Hour Response - C.E.M. LAB is committed to providing immediate response to requests for personnel or technical support. We are located nearby in Irvine allowing us to respond within two hours of notification for field personnel in an urgent situation. We can provide service within a 12-hour call to our dispatch team on a regular basis. Our project personnel will be available on a 24-hour basis, 7 days a week, as necessary.
Reporting Procedures - C.E.M LAB provides project supervisors with instant access to inspection reports through DropBox and via email. All field inspectors are equipped with I-Pad to facilitate immediate remote reporting. Reports are immediately emailed to all members on the City’s distribution list. Each representative on the City’s project distribution list will have access to daily records. All inspection records and images from various stages of construction are archived on our passcode-secure servers for perpetuity.
3. Project Manager
Soheil Binaei will serve as the project manager of all City of Anaheim projects and will be responsible for supervising and /or coordinating the activities under the agreement. Prior to founding C.E.M. LAB, he worked as an R.C.E. for the County of Orange Public Works Department and has over 35 years of experience collaborating with municipalities, public works agencies, and developers. He has worked on and managed a wide range of projects, including educational institutions, residential and commercial developments, health organizations, and public works facilities. Additionally, he has managed and participated in numerous public works projects during his years with the County of Orange as a project engineer. As principal engineer and President of C.E.M. LAB, his specific responsibilities include project management, contract preparation and administration, financial planning, and the development of quality assurance programs.
4. Account Manager
Teri Knoll will serve as the Account Manager and will be the single point of contact on behalf of C.E.M LAB and will be responsible for all existing and potential assignments, performance-related issues, billing questions, and personnel-related matters under this agreement.
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13 SECTION 6: Registered Key Personnel
We have selected the above project team because of their extensive experience providing services for the scope of work outlined:
Tony Binaei (RCE 50028) will serve as the Project Manager and Principal Civil Engineer and will be responsible for overseeing the Soils & Materials Testing & Inspection. Prior to founding C.E.M.
LAB, he worked as an R.C.E. for the County of Orange Public Works Department and has over 35 years of experience collaborating with municipalities, public works agencies, and developers. Mr. Binaei has over 35 years of material testing and inspection experience. He has worked on and managed a wide range of projects, including educational institutions, residential and commercial developments, health organizations, and public works facilities. Additionally, he has managed and participated in numerous public works projects during his years with the County of Orange as a project engineer. As principal engineer and President of C.E.M. LAB, his specific responsibilities include project management, contract preparation and administration, financial planning, and the development of quality assurance programs.
Mohammad Joolazadeh (GE 2199), with over 30 years of experience, will serve as the Principal Geotechnical Engineer for the Geotechnical Investigation. He will be responsible for the management of all technical and engineering contractual issues with the City and will maintain direct and continued responsibility for all technical services performed by C.E.M. LAB for the duration of the project. Mr.
Joolazadeh has worked on and managed a wide range of projects, including municipal, public works, residential and small commercial developments, heavy industrial facilities, ports and harbors, tank farms, educational institutions, health organizations, and correctional facilities. Additionally, he has managed and participated in numerous forensic evaluations throughout the states of California, Nevada, and Arizona. His administrative responsibilities have included business planning, as well as technical, professional, and marketing duties. Specific responsibilities include contract preparation and administration, financial planning, and the development of quality assurance programs.
Craig Chase (CEG 2225) will serve as a California Registered Engineering Geologist in charge of field investigation and defining regional and site-specific geology and seismicity of the project area as required by the regulatory agencies & California Building Code (CBC). He will be responsible for the geology and seismicity sections of reports and a Cosigner of the final report. Mr. Chase has over 30 years of experience in the geotechnical industry. Specific responsibilities include office and field management/supervision, and client interaction. Mr. Chase specializes in geologic and geotechnical investigations of landslides, slope failures, earthquake damage, land subsidence, soil creep, expansive soils, construction defects, and flooding for numerous projects throughout California. His technical experience is widely varied. Examples include projects requiring landslide identification and analyses, groundwater/liquefaction evaluations, active faulting and seismic analyses; real estate, insurance, and limited geotechnical reviews; all phases of geotechnical investigations including surface, subsurface, photographic, remote sensing and monitoring, and geologic evaluations and analyses of field data.
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14 and flatland grading projects; fault studies for residential and commercial development; preliminary soils investigations related to residential, commercial, and industrial development and public works construction. Projects also include percolation testing for development of residential septic systems; and limited Phase I environmental site assessments for commercial development and telecom tower construction. Mr. Chase has also developed repair recommendations and engineering cost estimates for a variety of geotechnical projects, presented findings at expert meetings, and has been designated as an expert witness.
Eric Smith (GEO 6033, HG 102) will serve as is a professional geologist and certified hydrogeologist with more than 30 years of experience of consulting experience. His project experience includes conducting and managing environmental site assessments, decommissioning/demolition, and remediation of industrial, manufacturing, petroleum, aerospace and retail sites. He has directed investigations to assess hydrogeologic and geochemical conditions and prepared remedial action plans to select the appropriate remedial solutions. In addition, he has incorporated groundwater fate and transport modeling and health risk analysis to determine and negotiate cleanup levels for soil, soil vapor and groundwater as part of the remedial design and successfully implemented remedial measures to achieve site closure from the lead regulatory agencies involved. He has also managed several hundred Phase I environmental assessments for a variety of lending institutions. He has also provided technical expertise in litigation cases associated with insurance recovery cases and removal of parities from PRP groups associated with several Superfund Sites and assistance with cost allocation determination in multi-party historical land use and separate chemical release situations.
The remainder of the project staff consists of experienced, inter-disciplinary licensed inspectors, ACI & ICC certified field technicians, ACI certified laboratory technicians, and support staff. Our special inspectors are all certified in multiple fields, which enables them to offer cost-effective service on site. We have selected a project team that has a combined extensive experience providing the proposed scope of services for municipal and public works projects.
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15 SECTION 7: Caltrans Requirements
As a Caltrans certified laboratory (participant in Caltrans Independent Assurance Program), operating under RSP License Number 231, we are familiar with Local Assistance Procedure Manual that is updated at the beginning of each year. At the beginning of each Caltrans project, we provide the local agency with a copy of our material testing and inspection procedures known as Caltrans CLAM document. In this document we define the roles and resposibilites of each inspector and provide the agency with all relavent field and laboratory certifications. In addition, during the course of the project, we follow Caltrans Test Methods for inspection and testing, and provide the resident engineer with a copy of our daily reports. All the core data and subsurface sampling will be recorded and reconciled with Caltrans Quality Assurance representatives on a daily basis.
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16 SECTION 8: CWA Agreement
Our firm has extensive experience working on public works projects since 1995. We are registered with the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR) under PWCR license number 1000021986. We start the labor compliance process by signing a Letter of Ascent to the CWA adminstrator, by stating our intention to comply with all the provisions of California Workforce Agreement, including providing certified payroll, contributing to the Apprenticeship Training Fund, and dispatching journeyman inspectors from the local Union Halls.
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17 SECTION 9: References
City of Laguna Niguel
Harrison Martin, Senior Civil Engineer
City of Laguna Niguel
30111 Crown Valley Pkwy
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
Tel: 949/362-4316
Email: [email protected]
Description: On-Call geotechnical services for the Local Roadway Pavement Rehabilitation Project providing testing and inspections and required geotechnical services resulting in recommendations for pavement repair and full depth replacement. Services include: performing pavement coring on streets to identify thickness of asphalt and base sections; sampling subgrade and conducting physical characteristic testing including compaction, moisture content, and R-Value; 2023
Irvine Company
Michael Rodebaugh
505 Newport Center
Newport Beach, CA 92691
Tel. No.: (949) 395-1237
Email: [email protected]
Description: Geotechnical observation and Pavement Design for construction of over 2,000,000 sf of streets in Eastwood, Portola Springs, and Orchard Hills neighborhood for City of Irvine $550,000; 2021
City of Anaheim, Public Works
Mr. Shawn Azarhoosh, Principal Engineer
200 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92805
Tel.: 714/765-5054
Email: [email protected]
Description: Reviewing Geotechnical Reports for grading permits for the City of Anaheim Public Works Department since 2014.
City of Tustin, Public Works
Mr. Jason Churchill
300 Centennial Way
Tustin, CA 92780
Tel.: 714/573-3000
Email: [email protected]
Description: Providing materials testing and inspection services for the City of Tustin at Tustin Legacy Development.
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18 C.E.M. has served multiple municipalities and public entity clients in the last five years including: City of Laguna Niguel, City of Irvine, City of Tustin, City of Montebello, City of Downey, South Orange County Community College, Coast Community College District, Rancho Santa Ana Community College, North Orange County Community College District, Irvine Unified School District, Newport Mesa Unified School District, Santa Ana Unified School District, Anaheim Union High School District; Capistrano Unified School District, Garden Grove Unified School District, and Tustin Unified School District.
Following is a brief sampling of some of the projects completed relating to similar scope of work:
• Geotechnical Investigation, Pavement Design and Inspection for Greenfield and La Paz Road for City of Laguna Niguel
• Geotechnical Investigation, Pavement Design and Inspection for Tessier Street, Forbes Road, and Old Ranch Road, City of Laguna Niguel
• Geotechnical observation for construction of over 2,000,000 sf of streets in Eastwood, Portola Springs, and Orchard Hills neighborhood for City of Irvine • Geotechnical Observation, Material Testing, and Inspection for Tustin Legacy Development for the City of Tustin
• Geotechnical Observation and Special Inspections for Storm Drain and Detention Basin Improvement for Edison Substation at PM2018-140 in Irvine • Geotechnical Review of Soil Reports for the City of Anaheim • Geotechnical observation for resurfacing and repair of Oak Canyon for City of Irvine • Geotechnical observation for resurfacing of Deeble, Montara, Victoria, Virginia and Dearborn Avenues for City South Gate
• Geotechnical observation for resurfacing of Parking Lot “D”, and “E” at Saddleback College for South Orange County Community College District
• Geotechnical observation for the construction of Saddleback College Stadium Parking Lot for South Orange County Community College District
• Geotechnical observation for the resurfacing of Parking Lot “A”, “B”, and “C” of Irvine Valley College for South Orange County Community College District • Geotechnical observation for resurfacing of Corona Del Mar High School Parking Lot for Newport Mesa Unified School District
• Geotechnical observation for the resurfacing of Century High School Parking Lot for Santa Ana Unified School District
• Geotechnical observation for resurfacing projects of Endless Vista and Sun swept Mesa in Aliso Viejo (private association)
• Geotechnical observation and special inspections for over 200, 000 linear feet of wall construction for the Irvine Company, KB Home, Brookfield, South Orange County Community College District
• Geotechnical observation and Special inspection for over 100,000 linear feet of sewer, water, storm drains, and street improvements in Eastwood Village, Orchard Hills, and Portola Springs in Irvine
• Geotechnical observation and special inspections for the Orange County Sanitation District for Tunnels #7 and #12.
On-Call Materials Testing, Deputy Inspection, Environmental Engineering City of Anaheim Prepared by C.E.M. LAB
January 30, 2024
19 • Geotechnical observation and special inspection for the Orange County Sanitation District for their Digesters #6, 7, and 8 .
• Geotechnical Observation and special inspection for the Orange County Sanitation District for their Hot Water Boiler and Cast in Place Piles
• Geotechnical Observation and Special Inspections for Storm Drain Improvement for Edition Substation at Haven in Ontario
• Geotechnical observation for detention basins at Saddleback College, South Orange County Community College District
On-Call Materials Testing, Deputy Inspection, Environmental Engineering City of Anaheim Prepared by C.E.M. LAB
January 30, 2024
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CTION 10: Appendix
1. Resumés
2. Certifications
3. Addenda
(See
Following Pages)
Tony Binaei, P.E.
Principal Engineer
EDUCATION CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY @ LONG BEACH
Long Beach, California
M.S. Geotechnical Engineering (1992)
UNIVER
SITY OF KENTUCKY
Lexington, Kentucky
B.S. Civil Engineering (1986)
PROFESSIONAL State of California, Civil Engineer, 50028 REGISTRATIONS S International Code Council, Reinforced Concrete, 802-876-64-48 American Concrete Institute, 01037629
PROFESSIONAL American Society of Civil Engineers
AFFILIATIONS American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM) American Association of State Highway & Transportation
Officials
Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
Mr. Bina
ei has over 36 years of material testing and inspection experience. He has worked on and managed a wide range of projects, including educational institutions, residential and commercial developments, health organizations, and public works facilities. Additionally, he has managed and participated in numerous public works projects during his years with the County of Orange as a project engineer. As principal engineer and President of C.E.M. LAB, his specific responsibilities include project management, contract preparation and administration, financial planning, and the development of quality assurance programs.
PAST CLIENTS INCLUDE
South O
range County Community College District, Coast Community College District, Rancho Santa Ana Community College District, Newport Mesa Unified School District, Irvine Unified School District, Tustin Unified School District, Santa Ana Unified School District, Magnolia School District, Garden Grove Unified School District, The Irvine Company, Irvine Pacific, Brookfield Homes, KB Homes, MBK Homes, The New Home Company, Toll Brothers, Lennar, K Hovnanian, and several municipalities including Santa Monica, Downey, and Riverside.
1. Resumés
Mohammad Joolazadeh, P.E., G.E.,
Principal Geotechnical Engineer
EDUCATION CALIFORNIA STATE POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Pomona, California
A
dvanced Certificate in Construction Management (2010)
UNI
VERSITY OF IDAHO
Moscow, Idaho
M.S. Geological Engineering (1980)
P
AHLAVI UNIVERSITY
Shiraz, Iran
B.S. Geology (1977)
PROFESSIONAL State of California, Geotechnical Engineer, 2199 REGISTRATIONS State of California, Civil Engineer, 43474 State of Arizona, Civil Engineer, 30739
S
tate of Nevada, Civil Engineer, 12622
PROFESSIONAL American Society of Civil Engineers
AFFILIATIONS Earthquake Engineering Research Institute D eep Foundations Institute
American Society for Testing & Materials (ASTM)
Post-Tension Institute
California Geotechnical Engineers Association
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
M
r. Joolazadeh has over thirty years of geotechnical engineering experience. He has worked on and managed a wide range of projects, including residential and small commercial developments, heavy industrial facilities, ports and harbors, tank farms, educational institutions, health organizations, and correctional facilities. Additionally, he has managed and participated in numerous forensic evaluations throughout the states of California, Nevada, and Arizona. His administrative responsibilities have included business planning, as well as technical, professional, and marketing duties. Specific responsibilities include contract preparation and administration, financial planning, and the development of quality assurance programs.
PAST CLIENTS INCLUDE
C
ivil Engineering Material Laboratory Inc., American Geotechnical Inc., Harding Lawson Associates.
Craig C. Chase, M.S., P.G., C.E.G.
Principal Geologist
EDUCATION CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Fullerton, California
M.S. Environmental Science, (1999)
C
ALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY
Fullerton, California
B.S. Geology, (1996)
OSHA 40 Hour Health & Safety Training Program
Certified Nuclear Density Testing
PROFESSIONAL State of California, Professional Geologist 7045 REGISTRATIONS State of California, Certified Engineering Geologist 2225 State of Arizona, Professional Geologist 36526
State of Oregon, Registered Geologist G1952
PROFESSIONAL Nuclear Density Gauge Operator Training
CERTIFICATIONS/ Radiation Safety Officer Training
AFFILIATIONS Soil Technician Loss Prevention Seminar
OS HA 40 -hr. HAZWOPER Health and Safety Training
OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER Annual Refresher Course
Confined Space Training Certificate
California Specific and Certified Engineering Geologist Criterion Reference Pass Point Workshop
California Board for Geologists and Geophysicists
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
Technical experience is widely varied. Examples include projects requiring landslide identification and analyses, groundwater/liquefaction evaluations, active faulting and seismic analyses; real estate, insurance, and limited geotechnical reviews; all phases of geotechnical investigations including surface, subsurface, photographic, remote sensing and monitoring, and geologic evaluations and analyses of field data. Projects have included distress evaluations related to surficial and deep-seated slope instability, fill settment, and hillside residential development; geologic mapping and observation, and testing of hillside and flatland grading projects; fault studies for residential and commercial development; preliminary soils investigations related to residential, commercial, and industrial development and public works construction. Projects also include percolation testing for development of residential septic systems; and limited Phase I environmental site assessments for commercial development and telecom tower construction.
Eric Smith, P.G., C.H.G.
Principal Geologist (Environment & Health)
EDUCATION UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
M. S. Geology-Hydrogeology (1990)
UNI
VERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
B.S. Geology (1987)
PROFESSIONAL State of California, Professional Geologist REGISTRATIONS State of California, Certified Hydrogeologist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE SUMMARY
Er
ic Smith is a professional geologist and certified hydrogeologist with more than 30 years of experience of consulting experience. His project experience includes conducting and managing environmental site assessments, decommissioning/demolition, and remediation of industrial, manufacturing, petroleum, aerospace and retail sites. He has directed investigations to assess hydrogeologic and geochemical conditions and prepared remedial action plans to select the appropriate remedial solutions. In addition, he has incorporated groundwater fate and transport modeling and health risk analysis to determine and negotiate cleanup levels for soil, soil vapor and groundwater as part of the remedial design and successfully implemented remedial measures to achieve site closure from the lead regulatory agencies involved. He has also managed several hundred Phase I environmental assessments for a variety of lending institutions. He has also provided technical expertise in litigation cases associated with insurance recovery cases and removal of parities from PRP groups associated with several Superfund Sites and assistance with cost allocation determination in multi-party historical land use and separate chemical release situations.
November 28, 2023
Soheil Binaei
CEM LAB Corp
45 Post
Irvine
, CA 92618
NOTICE OF RENEWAL OF ACCEPTANCE – LEA 190
Dear Mr. Binaei:
This letter is to inform you of the renewal of acceptance by the Division of the State Architect (DSA) of the facility referenced above into the Laboratory Evaluation and Acceptance (LEA) program.
The referenced facility may provide the construction material testing and inspection services indicated on the attached list for projects under the jurisdiction of the DSA, which includes public schools (grades K-12 and community colleges) and State-owned or leased essential service buildings. LEA information for your facility will be posted on the DSA website (www.app.dgs.ca.gov/tracker/apptovedLabs.aspx).
Please take time to review this correspondence with members of your staff that might be unfamiliar with our requirements.
This acceptance is valid until July 18, 2027, and is contingent on continued compliance with the following LEA program requirements.
1. Soheil Binaei (RCE# 50028) is the approved full-time engineering manager responsible for the testing and inspection services listed on the enclosed. You must notify the DSA prior to any change in engineering managerial responsibility. 2a. The facility shall continue to receive biennial assessments by AASHTO Materials Reference Laboratory (AMRL) and the Cement and Concrete Reference Laboratory (CCRL) as applicable to the services offered at the facility. Future reports and evidence of corrective action shall be submitted to the DSA. 2b. The facility shall maintain current participation in AMRL and CCRL proficiency sample programs (PSP). Future PSP reports and explanations of any low ratings shall be submitted to the DSA.
3. If the subject laboratory has granted DSA “Specifier” privileges with AMRL, written reports do not need to be sent to the DSA.
4. The facility shall maintain all test equipment and records in accordance with applicable, current American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards.
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5. The facility shall provide laboratory and field-testing personnel who are adequately trained, supervised and currently certified as required by the latest ASTM or other recognized standards.
6. Masonry inspectors assigned to projects under DSA jurisdiction shall have passed DSA’s masonry inspector examination and be specifically approved for each project by the DSA field engineer.
7. Welding inspectors assigned to projects under DSA jurisdiction shall hold current American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or Senior CWI certification and be specifically approved for each project by the DSA field engineer.
8. The facility’s Nondestructive Testing (NDT) program shall be supervised by an individual currently certified by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) as NDT Level III in applicable methods. Such certification shall have been obtained through ASNT by testing, not by employer or self-certification.
9. The facility’s NDT written practice and procedures shall conform to the requirements of ANSI/ASNT CP-189, 2006, and be approved by the supervising Level III. All NDT technicians assigned to projects under DSA jurisdiction shall hold current Level II or greater certification, in accordance with the requirements of CP-189.
10. The laboratory facility shall provide test, inspection and verified reports in accordance with the requirements of the 2016 California Building Standards Administrative Code (CBC) Title 24, Part 1. Report format shall comply with LEA Program requirements and applicable ASTM standards.
11. The physical location of the facility, including but not limited to laboratory equipment and personnel, shall not change without prior notification to the DSA.
Please be aware that failure to comply with any of the requirements of the LEA Program may result in this acceptance being revoked. A facility with a revoked acceptance may be reinstated when it demonstrates all deficiencies cited by the DSA have been corrected. Fees may be charged.
If you wish to continue DSA acceptance beyond your current expiration date, you must submit a renewal application package at least 30 days prior to that date. The application (DSA form 100-PRE) and detailed instructions outlining submittal requirements can be downloaded from the DSA website
(http://www.dgs.ca.gov/dsa/Forms.aspx). When we have received all required information, we will schedule an on-site evaluation of your facility.
Thank you for participating in the Division of the State Architect’s LEA program. Should you have any questions
regarding the LEA program requirements please feel free to contact me at (916) 445-2193 or e-mail me at [email protected].
Sincerely,
Eric H. France
Division of the State Architect
Laboratory Evaluation and Acceptance Program
Enclosure:
1102 Q Street, Suite 5100 • Sacramento, California 95811 • (916) 445-8100 CEM LAB Corp LEA 190 Approved by: Date: November 28, 2023
Division of the State Architect LEA Acceptance for CEM LAB Corp, LEA# 190 is effective until July 18, 2027.
TESTING SERVICES
ACCEPTED
INSPECTION SERVICES
ACCEPTED
Earthwork/Lab Earthwork/Field Earthwork Soil Soil Compaction Fill Placement
Aggregate Foundation
Asphalt Concrete Caissons/Piles
Reinforcing Steel Reinforcing Steel
Re-Bar Tension and Bend Welding
Multi-Wire Strand
Chemical Analysis Concrete
Batch Plant
Concrete Re-Bar and Concrete Sampling
Making / Curing Specimens Pre-Stressed Concrete
Drilled Cores / Beams Shotcrete
Compressive Strength Fiber Reinforced Concrete
Length Change Epoxy injection
Flexural Strength Reinforced Gypsum
Lightweight Concrete Post Installed Anchors
Mix Design Review
Splitting Tensile Masonry
Post Installed Anchors Batch Plant
Torque Proof Load Masonry Placement
Post Installed Anchors
Masonry
Making / Curing Specimens Structural Metals
Grout Compressive Strength Welding
Prism Compressive Strength High Strength Bolting
Unit Compr. Strength Absorption Spray-Applied Fireproofing Dimensions Masonry Shear
Drying Shrinkage
Other Inspection Services:
Metals/Lab Metals/Field-N.D.T
Structural Steel Liquid Penetrant
Tension Magnetic Particle
Bend Ultrasonic
Density of SFRM
High Strength Bolt Radiographic
Tension Other Tests:
Hardness
Charpy V - Notch
Roofing
Tiles Built-Up
Ci ty of Anaheim
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
200 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92805
TEL (714) 765-5176
www.anaheim.net
ADDENDUM NO. 1
TO THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
for the
ON-CALL MATERIALS TESTING, DEPUTY INSPECTION,
AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING & SCIENCE SERVICES
J
anuary 16, 2024
I. GENERAL
The following changes, additions, or deletions shall be made as indicated, and all other conditions shall remain the same.
II. DESIGN-BUILDER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Q1 Items 1 and 2 under the Minimum Requirements of the subject RFP generally states that responsible charge for the Geotechnical Services will be managed/supervised by a registered professional (i.e. Certified Engineering Geologist (CEG) or Geotechnical Engineer (GE). However, in accordance with the State Board of Registered Professional Engineers and Geologists, there is a clear separation between the two registrations. For example, The State defines a Certified Engineering Geologist as specialty certification in the discipline of geology but does not allow a CEG the authority to certify engineering work related to soil engineering and vise versa. In addition, a GE is a practicing registration (specialty) for Registered Professional Engineers (PE) that affords the PE the authority to use the practicing title of Geotechnical Engineer. In that regard, a PE practicing in the field of soil engineering as a specialty engineering practice may still certify soil engineering work but cannot use the practicing title of Geotechnical Engineer. Is the City of Anaheim implying in the minimum requirements that it accepts the certification of soil engineering testing and practices as a replacement or substitute for the GE oversight and responsible charge? I’ve attached a FAQ document provided by the California Board of Professional Engineers Land Surveyors and Geologists should additional information be required.
A1 The City of Anaheim’s intent is to have a Registered Professional manage/supervise the geotechnical services project in accordance with California Board for Professionals Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologist and practice with limitations allowed by the board.
Q2 Can you confirm can we submit on each individual category or must we be able to complete all three?
A2 Yes, you can submit on each category or all that are applicable to the consultant firm or team. Please submit only one proposal that outlines each category that your firm will complete.
3. Addenda
City of Anaheim Request for Proposals (RFP) for On-Call Materials Testing Deputy Addendum No. 1, Dated January 16, 2024 Inspection, and Environmental Engineering & Science Services
Q3
Will the city accept submittal from firms willing to do portions of the work that are not subject to the CWA?
A3 Yes, if a consultant is unable to comply with the Community Workforce Agreement (CWA) their agreement will have the section referencing CWA redacted from their agreement. The consultant(s) can still perform non-CWA work.
Q4
We would like the following changes considered to the sample contract.
Please advise if these are acceptable:
1. Addition of limit of liability based on contract size.
2. Add a waiver of consequential damages.
3. Removal of language that implies a duty to defend.
4.Removal of required warranties, which implies indemnification – our insurance prohibits us from offering warranties or guarantees.
5. We cannot have the city listed as primary on our Worker’s Compensation or Professional Liability insurance, although this contract requires it.
A4 After consulting with the City’s legal team, the City cannot consider the above-mentioned changes.
Q5
Should rates sheets for drilling and/or traffic control subcontractors be included as part of our fee schedule submittal?
A5 The rate sheets for subcontractors if necessary can be included in the Appendix.
Q6
For references, are we to provide a total of 3 (past and present) working references? Or, are we to provide a total of 6 references which includes 3 past working references and 3 present working references? A6 A total of three (3) working references which should include at least one (1) past and one (1) present working, the third can be either a past or present working reference.
End of Addendum
cc Raul Garcia John Martin Jose Cortez
Samantha Bahena Stephen Cruz Scott Yanagihara
The Prospective Consultant shall acknowledge receipt of all addenda by signing and enclosing each addendum form in its proposal submittal. Failure to do so may result in a rejection of his/her submittal.
Signature Print Name
Firm Name Date
Teri A. Knoll, Vice President
C.E.M. LAB
1/16/24
City of Anaheim
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
200 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92805
TEL (714) 765-5176
www.anaheim.net
ADDENDUM NO. 2
TO THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
for the
ON-CALL MATERIALS TESTING, DEPUTY INSPECTION,
AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING & SCIENCE SERVICES
January 24, 2024
I. GENERAL
The following changes, additions, or deletions shall be made as indicated, and all other conditions shall remain the same.
II. DESIGN-BUILDER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Questions 1-6 please refer to Addendum 1
Q7
Are subconsultants required to submit their financial statements to the City? A7 No, sub-consultants are not required to submit their financial statements to the City.
Q8
Are firms able to submit their fee schedule along with Exhibit A? A8 Yes, firms are allowed to submit their fee schedule along with Exhibit A.
Q9
Are subconsultants required to complete Exhibit A and submit their fee schedule as well?
A9 No, sub-consultants are not required to complete Exhibit A and are not required to submit their fee schedule.
Q10
Can the City provide turnaround times for environmental testing for hazardous materials such as lead, asbestos, PCB’s, and other contaminants? A10 Turnaround times for testing are expected to be within 2 weeks.
Q11
How many firms will be selected?
A11 No minimum or maximum number of selected consultants is guaranteed currently.
Q12
Do we need one set of rates for CWA and PW?
A12 Please reflect your rates on Exhibit A-Fee Schedule.
Q13
Can we include our own fee schedule with the fee schedule form provided? If not, can we add line items to the fee schedule form provided? A13 Yes, you can include your firm’s fee schedules as supplemental information attached to Exhibit A-Fee Schedule.
City of Anaheim Request for Proposals (RFP) for On-Call Materials Testing Deputy Addendum No. 2, Dated January 24, 2024 Inspection, and Environmental Engineering & Science Services
Q14
Exhibit A includes specific professional staff. Can we add additional titles to have more of a range in our hourly rates?
A14 You can include additional titles as supplemental information attached to the filled-out Exhibit A Fee Schedule sheets.
Q15
Regarding the hard copy requirements of the proposal, Can you please confirm if an original proposal and three bound copies are required (total of four hard copies from cover page of RFP) or if just three bound hard copies are required (from page 10 of RFP)? If an original proposal is required should it be bound? A15 A total of four hard copies are required, 1 original proposal and 3 bound copies. Yes, please provide the original copy as a bound copy.
Other questions received are still under consideration
End of Addendum
cc Raul Garcia John Martin Jose Cortez
Samantha Bahena Stephen Cruz Scott Yanagihara
The Prospective Consultant shall acknowledge receipt of all addenda by signing and enclosing each addendum form in its proposal submittal. Failure to do so may result in a rejection of his/her submittal.
Signature Print Name
Firm Name Date
Teri A. Knoll
C.E.M. LAB
1/24/2024
City of Anaheim
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
200 S. Anaheim Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92805
TEL (714) 765-5176
www.anaheim.net
ADDENDUM NO. 3
TO THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)
for the
ON-CALL MATERIALS TESTING, DEPUTY INSPECTION,
AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING & SCIENCE SERVICES
January 25, 2024
I. GENERAL
The following changes, additions, or deletions shall be made as indicated, and all other conditions shall remain the same.
II. DESIGN-BUILDER QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Questions 1-6 please refer to Addendum 1
Questions 7-15 please refer to Addendum 2
Q16
Are the hourly minimum rates standard, 2,4,& 8 ours? If not, what are the hourly minimums?
A16 Consultant is to charge actual working hours and shall exclude travel times.
There will be no minimum blocks of hours established.
Q17
Requested Amendments to Sample Agreement for Proposal 24-0060 City of Anaheim
A17 After consulting with the City’s legal team, the City cannot comply.
Q18
Sample Agreement Section 4.3 This section stipulates it will pay Consultant no later than 30 days after approval of the monthly invoice by the Anaheim staff.
RFI: What is the time frame for the City to review an invoice? RFI: What is the time frame for the City to notify the Consultant if there is a dispute in the invoice? RFI: In the event the settlement of a disputed portion of an invoice is not reached by the date that payment is due, will the City pay only the portion of the invoice that is not in dispute?
A18 There is no review time frame but the City will intake and review invoices for any discrepancies. If any do arise the City will notify the consultant to provide an corrected copy. But once the City receives is and there are no discrepancies the City will process the invoice for payment within 30 days.
Q19
Section 10.04 Cyber Liability The City is requiring $2M in cyber liability coverage and our current limit is $1M. RFI: Will the City accept $1M in Cyber Liability coverage? RFI: Will the City accept a standalone Cyber Liability policy? A19 Yes, the City is able to accept this.
Q20
10.4 A.M. Best Rating The client is requiring A/VII and our current A.M. Best Rating is A-/X. RFI: Will the client accept an A.M. Best Rating of A-/X? City of Anaheim Request for Proposals (RFP) for On-Call Materials Testing Deputy Addendum No. 3, Dated January 25, 2024 Inspection, and Environmental Engineering & Science Services
A20 After consulting with the City’s Risk Management Team, the City cannot comply.
Q21
Section 11 Indemnification RFI: Will the client incorporate the following language into Section 11.1 and 11.2 for reasonable attorney fees as per the industry standard in design professional agreements? (Reference attached amendments
A21 After consulting with the City’s Risk Management Team, the City cannot comply.
Q22
Section 11 Indemnification RFI: Will the City incorporate language pertaining to California Civil Code 2782.8 as is the industry standard in design professional services agreement.
A22 After consulting with the City’s Risk Management Team, the City cannot comply.
End of Addendum
cc Raul Garcia John Martin Jose Cortez
Samantha Bahena Stephen Cruz Scott Yanagihara
The Prospective Consultant shall acknowledge receipt of all addenda by signing and enclosing each addendum form in its proposal submittal. Failure to do so may result in a rejection of his/her submittal.
Signature Print Name
Firm Name Date
Teri A. Knoll
C.E.M. LAB
1/25/24