CAMARILLO SANITARY DISTRICT
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
With
MNS ENGINEERS, INC.
For
WASTEWATER SYSTEM GENERATOR REPLACEMENT AT PS3 & PS5
– PROJECT NO. SS-5120-1
WATER RECLAMATION PLANT (WRP) GENERATOR IMPROVEMENTS
– PROJECT NO. SS-5120-2
INSPECTION SERVICES AND MATERIALS TESTING
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Section 1. Term of Agreement. ............................................................................................. 1 Section 2. Scope and Performance of Services. ................................................................... 1 Section 3. Additional Services and Changes in Services. ..................................................... 2 Section 4. Familiarity with Services and Site. ........................................................................ 2 Section 5. Compensation and Payment. ............................................................................... 2 Section 6. Required Documentation Prior to Performance. ................................................... 3 Section 7. Time of Performance; Excusable Delays; Extensions. ......................................... 3 Section 8. Cooperation by District. ........................................................................................ 4 Section 9. Project Documents. .............................................................................................. 4 Section 10. Confidential Information; Release of Information. ................................................. 4 Section 11. Consultant’s Books and Records. ........................................................................ 5 Section 12. Status of Consultant. ............................................................................................ 5 Section 13. Compliance with Applicable Laws. ....................................................................... 6 Section 14. Unauthorized Aliens. ............................................................................................ 6 Section 15. Conflicts of Interest. ............................................................................................. 6 Section 16. Indemnification. .................................................................................................... 7 Section 17. Insurance. ............................................................................................................ 8 Section 18. Assignment. ......................................................................................................... 8 Section 19. Default; Limitations on Liability. ............................................................................ 9 Section 20. Termination of Agreement. ................................................................................... 9 Section 21. Notices. ................................................................................................................ 9 Section 22. General Provisions. ............................................................................................ 10
Exhibit A – Scope Of Services ................................................................................................ A-1 Exhibit B – Key Personnel & Compensation ........................................................................... B-1 Exhibit C – Insurance .............................................................................................................. C-1 CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
This PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is effective as of November 12, 2025 (“Effective Date”), and is between the Camarillo Sanitary District , a Sanitary District organized pursuant to the California Health and Safety Code (“District”) and MNS Engineers, Inc., a California corporation (“Consultant”).
Section 1. Term of Agreement.
Subject to the provisions of Section 20 (Termination of Agreement ), the term of this Agreement will be for a period commencing on the Effective Date and will terminate upon the completion of Consultant’s services.
Section 2. Scope and Performance of Services.
2.1 Consultant agrees to perform the services set forth in Exhibit A (Scope of Services), which is made a part of this Agreement.
2.2 Consultant will furnish all of the labor, technical, administrative, professional and other personnel, all supplies and materials, equipment, printing, vehicles, transportation, office space and facilities, and all tests, testing and analyses, calculations, and all other means whatsoever, except as otherwise expressly specified in this Agreement, necessary to perform the services required of Consultant under this Agreement.
2.3 Consultant’s designated representative(s) who are authorized to act on its behalf and to make all decisions in connection with the performance of services under this Agreement are listed in Exhibit B (Key Personnel & Compensation), which is made a part of this Agreement.
2.4 Consultant must make every reasonable effort to maintain the stability and continuity of Consultant’s key personnel and subconsultants , if any, listed in Exhibit B to perform the services required under this Agreement. Consultant must notify District and obtain District’s written approval with respect of any changes in key personnel prior to the performance of any services by replacement personnel.
2.5 Consultant must obtain District’s prior written approval before utilizing any subconsultants to perform any services under this Agreement. This written approval must include the identity of the subconsultant and the terms of compensation.
2.6 Consultant represents that it has the qualifications, experience and facilities necessary to properly perform the services required under this Agreement in a thorough, competent and professional manner. Consultant will at all times faithfully, competently and to the best of its ability, experience and talent, perform all services described in this Agreement.
In meeting its obligations under this Agreement, Consultant must employ, at a minimum, generally accepted standards and practices utilized by persons engaged in providing services similar to those required of Consultant under this Agreement.
2.7 District may inspect and accept or reject any of Consultant’s work under this Agreement, either during performance or when completed. Acceptance of any of Consultant’s work by District will not constitute a waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
2.8 The Consultant must maintain any work site in the District in a safe condition, free of hazards to persons and property resulting from its operations.
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Section 3. Additional Services and Changes in Services.
3.1 Consultant will not be compensated for any services rendered in connection with its performance of this Agreement that are in addition to or outside of those set forth in the Scope of Services or otherwise required by this Agreement, unless such additional services are authorized in advance and in writing by District.
3.2 If Consultant believes that additional services are needed to complete the Scope of Services, Consultant will provide the District Manager with written notification describing the proposed additional services, the reasons for such services, and a detailed proposal regarding cost.
3.3 District may order changes to the Scope of Services, consisting of additions, deletions, or other revisions, and the compensation to be paid Consultant will be adjusted accordingly.
All such changes must be authorized in writing, and executed by Consultant and District.
The cost or credit to District resulting from changes in the services will be determined by the written agreement between the parties.
Section 4. Familiarity with Services and Site.
4.1 By executing this Agreement, Consultant represents that Consultant:
(a) has thoroughly investigated and considered the Scope of Services to be performed;
(b) has carefully considered how the services should be performed; (c) understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement; and
(d) possesses all licenses required under local, state or federal law to perform the services contemplated by this Agreement, and will maintain all required licenses during the performance of this Agreement.
4.2 If services involve work upon any site, Consultant has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, before commencing its services.
Should Consultant discover any latent or unknown conditions that may materially affect the performance of services, Consult ant will immediately inform District of such fact and will not proceed except at Consultant’s own risk until written instructions are received from District.
Section 5. Compensation and Payment.
5.1 Subject to any limitations set forth in this Agreement, District agrees to pay Consultant on the basis of the hourly rates and fees as specified in Exhibit B (Key Personnel & Compensation). The total compensation, including reimbursement for actual expenses, may not exceed the amount set forth in Exhibit B , unless additional compensation is approved in writing by District.
5.2 The use of subconsultants will not be considered a reimbursable expense, and such costs must be applied towards the approved budgeted amount.
5.3 Each month during the term of this Agreement, Consultant must furnish District with an original invoice for all services performed and expenses incurred during the preceding month in accordance with the fee schedule set forth in Exhibit B. The invoice must detail CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
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charges by the following categories: labor (by subcategory), reimbursable costs, subconsultant contracts and miscellaneous expenses. The invoice must list, as applicable, the hours worked and hourly rates for each personnel category, the tasks performed, the percentage of the task completed during the billing period, the cumulative percentage completed for each task, and the total cost of the services. If applicable, the invoice must also provide a budget summary including the total amounts previously invoiced and paid, the current invoice amount and the budget remaining.
5.4 District will review each invoice submitted by Consultant to determine whether the work performed and expenses incurred are in compliance with this Agreement. In the event that no charges or expenses are disputed, the invoice will be approved and paid. In the event any charges or expenses are disputed by District , the invoice will be returned by District to Consultant for correction and resubmission.
5.5 Except as to any charges for work performed or expenses incurred by Consultant that are disputed by District, District will cause Consultant to be paid within 30 days of receipt of Consultant’s invoice.
5.6 Payment to Consultant for services performed under this Agreement may not be deemed to waive any defects in the services performed by Consultant, even if such defects were known to District at the time of payment.
5.7 District reserves the right to withhold future payment to Consultant if any aspect of the Consultant’s work is found substantially inadequate.
Section 6. Required Documentation Prior to Performance.
6.1 Consultant may not perform any services under this Agreement until:
(a) Consultant furnishes proof of insurance as required under Exhibit C; (b) Consultant provides District with a Taxpayer Identification Number; (c) Consultant obtains a business tax certificate and license, if applicable, and provides proof of compliance; and
(d) District gives Consultant a written notice to proceed.
6.2 The District will have no obligation to pay for any services rendered by Consultant in advance of receiving written authorization to proceed, and Consultant acknowledges that any such services are at Consultant’s own risk.
Section 7. Time of Performance; Excusable Delays; Extensions.
7.1 Consultant must adhere to all schedules and deadlines set forth in this Agreement.
7.2 Consultant will not be liable for damages, including liquidated damages, if any, caused by delay in performance or failure to perform due to causes beyond the control of Consultant.
Such causes include, but are not limited to, acts of God, acts of terrorism, acts of federal, state or local governments, acts of District, court orders, fires, floods, epidemics, strikes, embargoes, and unusually severe weather.
7.3 If Consultant is delayed by any cause beyond Consultant’s control, District may grant, but is not required to, a time extension for the completion of services. If delay occ urs, Consultant must notify District within 48 hours, in writing, of the cause and the extent of the delay and how such delay interferes with Consultant’s performance of services.
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Section 8. Cooperation by District.
All public information, data, reports, records, and maps as are existing and available to District as public records, and which are necessary for carrying out the Scope of Services will be furnished to Consultant in every reasonable way to facilitate, without undue delay, the services to be performed under this Agreement.
Section 9. Project Documents.
9.1 All original computer programs, data, designs, drawings, files, maps, memoranda, models, notes, photographs, reports, studies, surveys and other documents (collectively, “Project Documents”) prepared, developed or discovered by Consultant in the course of providing services under this Agreement will become the sole property of District and may be used, reused or otherwise disposed of by District without the permission of Consultant.
Consultant will take such steps as are necessary to perfect or protec t the ownership interest of District in such Project Documents. Upon completion, expiration or termination of this Agreement or upon request by District, Consultant must turn over to District all such original Project Documents in its possession; provided, however, that Consultant may retain copies of Project Documents. District acknowledges and agrees that use of Consultant’s completed work product, for purposes other than identified in this Agreement, or use of incomplete work product, is at District’s own risk. If necessary, Consultant agrees to execute all appropriate documents to assign to District the copyright or intellectual property rights to the Project Documents created pursuant to this Agreement.
9.2 Except as necessary for the performance of services under this Agreement, no Project Documents prepared under this Agreement, will be released by Consultant to any other person or entity without district’s prior written approval.
Section 10. Confidential Information; Release of Information.
10.1 All information gained or work product produced by Consultant in performance of this Agreement will be considered confidential, unless such information is in the public domain or already known to Consultant. Consultant may not release or disclose any such information or work product to persons or entities other than District without prior written authorization from the District Manager, except as may be required by law.
10.2 Consultant, its officers, employees, or agents, may not, without prior written authorization from the District Manager or unless requested by the District Counsel, voluntarily provide declarations, letters of support, testimony at depositions, response to interrogatories or other information concerning the services performed under this Agreement. Response to a subpoena or court order will not be considered “volunt ary” provided Consultant gives District notice of such court order or subpoena.
10.3 If Consultant, or any officer, employee, or agent of Consultant, provides any information or work product (including Project Documents) in violation of this Agreement, then District will have the right to reimbursement and indemnity from Consultant for any damages, costs and fees, including attorneys fees, caused by or incurred as a result of Consultant’s conduct.
10.4 Consultant must promptly notify District should Consultant, its officers, employees, or agents be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena, notice of deposition, request for documents, interrogatories, request for admissions or other discovery request, court order or subpoena from any party regarding this Agreement and the services performed under this Agreement. District retains the right, but has no obligation, to represent CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
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Consultant or be present at any deposition, hearing or similar proceeding. Consultant agrees to cooperate fully with District and to provide District with the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests provided by Consultant. However, this right to review any such response does not imply or mean the right by District to control, direct, or rewrite such response.
10.5 All media and press releases, including graphic display information, must be approved and distributed solely by District, unless otherwise agreed to in writing by District . All media interviews regarding the performance of services under this Agreement are prohibited unless expressly authorized by District.
Section 11. Consultant’s Books and Records.
11.1 Consultant must maintain all documents and records demonstrating or relating to Consultant’s performance of services under this Agreement, including ledgers, books of account, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, or other documents or records evidencing or relating to work, services, expenditures and disbursements char ged to District under this Agreement. All financial documents or records must be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and all other documents must be sufficiently complete and detailed so as to permit an accurate evaluation of the services provided by Consultant under this Agreement. All such documents or records must be maintained for at least three years following the final payment under this Agreement.
11.2 Any and all records or documents required to be maintained by this section must be made available for inspection, audit and copying, at any time during regular business hou rs, upon written request by District or its designated representative. Copies of such documents or records must be provided directly to District for inspection, audit and copying when it is practical to do so; otherwise, unless an alternative is mutually agreed upon, such documents and records must be made available at Consultant’s address indicated for receipt of notices in this Agreement.
11.3 Where District has reason to believe that any of the documents or records required to be maintained by this section may be lost or discarded due to dissolution or termination of Consultant’s business, District may, by written request, require that custody of such documents or records be given to a person or entity mutually agreed upon and that such documents and records thereafter be maintained by such person or entity at Consultant’s expense. Access to such documents and records must be granted to District, as well as to its successors-in-interest and authorized representatives.
Section 12. Status of Consultant.
12.1 Consultant is and will at all times remain a wholly independent consultant and not an officer or employee of District. Consultant has no authority to bind District in any manner, or to incur any obligation, debt or liability of any kind on behalf of or against District, whether by contract or otherwise, unless such authority is expressly conferred under this Agreement or is otherwise expressly conferred in writing by District.
12.2 The personnel performing the services under this Agreement on behalf of Consultant will at all times be under Consultant’s exclusive direction and control. Neither District, nor any elected or appointed boards, officers, officials, employees or agents of District , will have control over the conduct of Consultant or any of Consultant’s officers, employees or agents, except as provided in this Agreement. Consultant agrees that it will not at any time or in any manner represent that Consultant or any of Consultant’s officers, employees or agents are in any manner officials, officers, or employees of District.
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12.3 Neither Consultant, nor any of Consultant’s officers, employees or agents, will obtain any rights to retirement, health care or any other benefits whic h may otherwise accrue to District’s employees. Consultant expressly waives any claim to any such rights or benefits.
Section 13. Compliance with Applicable Laws.
13.1 I n General. Consultant must use the standard of care in its profession to keep itself informed of and comply with all federal, state and local laws, statutes, codes, ordinances, regulations and rules in effect during the term of this Agreement that apply to the services performed by Consultant.
13.2 Professional Licenses and Approvals . Consultant agrees that it will, at its sole cost and expense, obtain and maintain in effect at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, insurance and approvals that are legally required for Consultant to practice its profession.
13.3 Employment Laws. Consultant agrees to comply with all applicable federal and state employment laws including those that relate to minimum hours and wages, occupational health and safety, and workers compensation insurance. Consultant further represents that it is an equal opportunity employer and in performing services under this Agreement agrees to comply with all applicable federal and state laws governing equal opportunity employment, and further agrees that it will not discriminate in the employment of persons to perform services under this Agreement on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, or sexual orientation of any such person, except as may be permitted by California Government Code section 12940.
Section 14. Unauthorized Aliens.
Consultant agrees to comply with all of the applicable provisions of the Federal Immigration and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. § 1101 and following), as it may be amended, and further agrees not to employ unauthorized aliens as defined under the Act. Should Consultant employ any unauthorized aliens for the performance of any work or services covered by this Agreement, and should any liability or sanctions be imposed against District for the use of unauthorized aliens, Consultant agrees to reimburse District for the amount of all such liabilities or sanctions imposed, together with any and all related costs, including attorneys’ fees, incurred by District.
Section 15. Conflicts of Interest.
15.1 Consultant covenants that neither Consultant, nor any officer, principal or employee of its firm, has or will acquire any interest, directly or indirectly, that would conflict in any manner with the interests of District or that would in any way hinder Consultant’s performance of services under this Agreement. Consultant’s attention is directed to the conflict of interest rules applicable to governmental decision-making contained in the Political Reform Act (California G overnment Code Section 87100 and following) and its implementing regulations (California Code of Regulations, Title 2, Section 18700 and following), and California Government Code section 1090.
15.2 Consultant covenants that neither Consultant, nor any officer, principal or employee of its firm will make, participate in the making, or in any way attempt to use the position of Consultant to influence any decision of the District in which Consultant knows or has reason to know that Consultant, or any officer, principal or employee of Consultant has CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
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any of the financial interests listed in Government Code section 87103.
15.3 If Consultant discovers that it has employed a person with a direct or indirect interest that would conflict with its performance of this Agreement, Consultant must promptly disclose the relationship to District and take such action as District may direct to remedy the conflict.
15.4 District understands and acknowledges that Consultant is, as of the Effective Date, independently involved in the performance of non-related services for other governmental agencies and private parties. Consultant represents that, except as otherwise disclosed to District, it is unaware of any stated position of District relative to these projec ts. Any future position of District on these projects will not be considered a conflict of interest for purposes of this section.
Section 16. Indemnification.
16.1 Consultant agrees that it will, to the fullest extent permitted by law, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless District f rom all Services Claims and Operations Claims ( each defined below) related to the performance by Consultant of this Agreement as provided in this section. Consultant acknowledges that District would not enter into this Agreement in the absence of Consultant’s commitment to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless District as set forth in this section.
16.2 For the purposes of this section, “District” includes District’s officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers, and “Consultant” includes Consultant’s officers, officials, employees, agents and subconsultants and any other persons for whom Consultant is legally responsible.
16.3 With respect to the performance of professional services under this Agreement where the law establishes a professional standard of care for such services, Consultant agrees to indemnify, and hold harmless District from and against all liabilities, damages, losses, and costs, including but not limited to reimbursement of reasonable attorney's fees and all other costs of defense, to the extent caused by the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of Consultant (collectively, “Services Claims”).
16.4 With respect to the acts and operations of Consultant under this Agreement other than the performance of professional services, Consultant agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless District from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and costs, including but not limited to reasonable attorney's fees and all other costs of defense, to the extent caused, in whole or in part, by the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of Consultant, and excepting only those claims, damages, liabilities, losses, and costs caused by District’s sole negligence or willful misconduct (collectively, “Operations Claims”).
16.5 Consultant must notify District within five days of receipt of notice of any Operations Claims or Services Claims made or legal action initiated that arises out of or pertains to Consultant’s performance of services under this Agreement.
16.6 Consultant’s duty to defend Operations Claims is a separate and distinct obligation from Consultant’s duty to indemnify District for any Operations Claims . With respect to Operations Claims, Consultant is obligated to defend District in all legal, equitable, administrative, or special proceedings, with counsel reasonably approved by District , immediately upon tender to Consultant of an Operations Claim in any form or at any stage of an action or proceeding, whether or not liability is established. An allegation or determination that persons other than Consultant are responsible for the Operations Claim CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
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does not relieve Consultant from its separate and distinct obligation to defend under this section. The obligation to defend extends through final judgment, including exhaustion of any appeals.
16.7 Consultant agrees that settlement of any Operations or Services Claim against District requires the consent of District. District agrees that its consent will not be unreasonably withheld provided that Consultant is financially able (based on demonstrated assets including insurance) to fulfill its obligation to indemnify District for the costs of any such settlement as required under this Agreement.
16.8 The insurance required to be maintained by Consultant under this Agreement is intended to ensure Consultant’s obligations under this section, but the limits of such insurance do not limit the liability of Consultant.
16.9 Consultant agrees to obtain executed indemnity agreements with provisions identical to those set forth in this section from each subconsultant or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of Consultant in the performance of this Agreement. If Consultant fails to obtain such indemnity obligations from others as required, Consultant will be fully responsible for all obligations under this section. District ’s failure to monitor compliance with this requirement imposes no additional obligations on District and will in no way act as a waiver of any rights under this Agreement.
16.10 The parties acknowledge and agree that design professionals are required to defend and indemnify the District only to the extent permitted by Civil Code section 2782.8, which allows for claims only to the extent that they arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the design professional, and also places limitations on the costs of defense that may be charged to a design professional . The term "design professional,” is defined in Section 2782.8, and includes licensed architects, licensed landscape architects, registered professional engineers, professional land surveyors and the business entities that offer such services in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Business and Professions Code. The parties further acknowledge and agree that the provisions of this Section 16 are to be interpreted and applied to the fullest extent permitted by Civil Code section 2782.8.
16.11 The provisions of this section will survive the expiration or earlier termination of this Agreement in accordance with the applicable provisions of Exhibit C (Insurance).
Section 17. Insurance.
Consultant agrees to obtain and maintain in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement the insurance coverages listed in Exhibit C (Insurance), which is made a part of this Agreement. All insurance policies are subject to approval by District as to form and content. These requirements are subject to amendment or waiver if so approved in writing by the District Manager or District Counsel.
Section 18. Assignment.
The expertise and experience of Consultant are material considerations for this Agreement. District has an interest in the qualifications of and capability of the persons and entities that will fulfill the duties and obligations imposed upon Consultant under this Agreement. In recognition of that interest, Consultant may not assign or transfer this Agreement or any portion of this Agreement or the performance of any of Consultant’s duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of District , which may be withheld in the District’s sole discretion. Any attempted assignment will be CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
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null and void, and will constitute a material breach of this Agreement entitling District to any and all remedies at law or in equity, including summary termination of this Agreement.
Section 19. Default; Limitations on Liability.
19.1 In the event that Consultant is in default under the terms of this Agreement, District will have no obligation or duty to continue compensating Consultant for any services performed after District provides written notice to Consultant of such default.
19.2 Consultant agrees that no District official, officer, employee or agent will be personally liable to Consultant in the event of any default or breach of District, or for any amount which may become due to Consultant, or for any obligations directly or indirectly incurred under this Agreement.
19.3 District’s liability under this Agreement is limited to payment of Consultant in accordance with the terms of this Agreement and excludes any liability whatsoever for consequential or indirect damages even if such damages are foreseeable.
Section 20. Termination of Agreement.
20.1 District may terminate this Agreement, with or without cause, at any time by written notice of termination to Consultant. In the event such notice is given, Consultant must cease immediately all work and services in progress.
20.2 Consultant may terminate this Agreement at any time upon 30 days’ prior written notice of termination to District.
20.3 Upon termination of this Agreement by either Consultant or District, all property belonging to District that is in Consultant’s possession must be returned to District. Consultant must promptly deliver to District a final invoice for all outstanding services performed and expenses incurred by Consultant as of the date of termination. Compensation for work in progress not based on an hourly rate will be prorated based on the percentage of work completed as of the date of termination.
20.4 Consultant acknowledges District’s rights to terminate this Agreement as provided in this section, and hereby waives any and all claims for damages that might otherwise arise from District’s termination of this Agreement.
Section 21. Notices.
21.1 All written notices required or permitted to be given under this Agreement will be deemed made when received by the other party at its respective address as follows:
To District:
Camarillo Sanitary District
601 Carmen Drive
Camarillo, California 93010
Attention: James Campero
Tel. (805) 388-5340
Fax (805) 388-5387
E-Mail [email protected]
To Consultant:
MNS Engineers, Inc.
100 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard, Suite 105
Thousand Oaks, California 91360
Attention: Joe Pope, PE
Tel. (805) 648-4840
Fax n/a
E-Mail [email protected]
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21.2 Notice will be deemed effective on the date personally delivered or electronically transmitted by facsimile. If the notice is mailed, notice will be deemed given three days after deposit of the same in the custody of the United States Postal Service, post age prepaid, for first class delivery, or upon delivery if using a major courier service with tracking capabilities.
21.3 Any party may change its notice information by giving notice to the other party in compliance with this section.
Section 22. General Provisions.
22.1 Authority to Execute; Counterparts. Each party represents and warrants that all necessary action has been taken by such party to authorize the undersigned to execute this Agreement and to bind it to the performance of its obligations hereunder. This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts, each of which will constitute one and the same instrument and will become binding upon the parties when at least one copy has been signed by both parties.
22.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement, including the attached Exhibits A through C , is the entire, complete, final and exclusive expression of the parties with respect to the matters addressed in this Agreement and supersedes all other agreements or understandings, whether oral or written, between Consultant and District prior to the execution of this Agreement.
22.3 Binding Effect. This Agreement is binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties.
22.4 Modification of Agreement. No amendment to or modification of this Agreement will be valid unless made in writing and approved by Consultant and by the District Board or District Manager, as applicable. The parties agree that this requirement for written modifications cannot be waived and that any attempted waiver will be void.
22.5 Electronic Signatures ; Counterparts. This Agreement and any amendment will be considered executed when the signature page of a party is delivered by electronic transmission. Such electronic signatures will have the same effect as an original signature. This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts.
22.6 Waiver. Waiver by any party to this Agreement of any term, condition, or covenant of this Agreement will not constitute a waiver of any other term, condition, or covenant. Waiver by any party of any breach of the provisions of this Agreement will not constitute a waiver of any other provision, or a waiver of any subsequent breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement. Acceptance by District of any services by Consultant will not constitute a waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
22.7 Interpretation. This Agreement will be interpreted, construed and governed according to the laws of the State of California. Each party has had the opportunity to review this Agreement with legal counsel. The Agreement will be construed simply, as a whole, and in accordance with its fair meaning. It will not be interpreted strictly for or against either party.
22.8 Severability. If any term, condition or covenant of this Agreement is declared or determined by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of this Agreement will not be affected and the Agreement will be read and construed without the invalid, void or unenforceable provision.
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22.9 Venue. In the event of litigation between the parties, venue will be exclusively in a state court in the County of Ventura.
THE UNDERSIGNED AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES OF the parties hereby execute this Agreement as follows:
CAMARILLO SANITARY DISTRICT
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Greg Ramirez, District Manager
ATTEST:
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Carrie Weal, Assistant Secretary
MNS ENGINEERS, INC., a California corporation
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Joe Pope, PE, Vice President of Construction Management Water
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Miranda Patton, Chief Business Development Officer/Secretary
Camarillo Business Tax Certificate No. __OBT-355____ / Expiration Date _09/30/2026__
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
[Attached]
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CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) October 2, 2025
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ity of Camarillo/Camarillo Sanitary District
Mr. Ryan Lippincott, Engineering Manager
601 Carmen Drive
Camarillo, CA 93010
SUBJECT: RFP for Inspection Services and Materials Testing for two (2) upcoming projects, Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 – Project No. SS- 5120-1, and Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements – Project No. SS-5120-2
Dear Mr. Lippincott,
MNS Engineers, Inc. (MNS) appreciates the opportunity to submit this proposal to provide inspection services for the above-mentioned project for the City of Camarillo (City). Since 1962, MNS has provided quality infrastructure consulting services to public agencies throughout California. We specialize in the core services of engineering, construction management, and land surveying. MNS understands the City is seeking qualified consulting firms to provide inspection services and materials testing throughout the course of construction for the Project. MNS will be responsible for overseeing inspection for all construction scope and related work in accordance with the Project’s Contract Documents.
MNS has assembled the most qualified and highly experienced team to meet the specific elements and goals of this project. With the various elements such as multi-stakeholder coordination, cost and schedule control, and plant operations—the City needs an experienced inspection team such as MNS to anticipate potential issues and coordinate efficient resolutions before they impact operations and the project budget and schedule.
Our team members have worked on public works projects, providing the City with experienced staff familiar with the requirements, challenges, coordination, and sensitivities.
Please contact Jason Mate, CCM, Project Manager, at 805.722.0059 or [email protected] with any questions you may have about our submittal. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
MNS Engineers, Inc.
J
oe Pope, PE
Vice President, Construction Management - Water
MNS DETAILS
LEGAL NAME
MNS Engineers, Inc.
FIRM OWNERSHIP TYPE
C-Corporation
YEAR FIRM
ESTABLISHED
1962
CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF
INDUSTRIAL
RELATIONS
DIR No. 1000003564
CORPORATE OFFICE
201 N. Calle Cesar
Chavez, Suite 300
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
805.692.6921 Office/Fax
mnsengineers.com
PROJECT CONTACT
Jason Mate, CCM, CPII
Project Manager
805.722.0059 Mobile
[email protected]
AUTHORIZED
SIGNATURE
Joe Pope, PE
Vice President,
Construction Management
– Water
805.302.1624 Mobile
[email protected]
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
If selected, MNS will
obtain a City of Camarillo
business license.
EXHIBIT A
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) SECTION 1. FIRM BACKGROUND | 2
SECTION 1
FIRM BACKGROUND
MNS Engineers, Inc. (MNS)
Legal Firm Name MNS Engineers, Inc.
(DIR No. 1000003564)
Local Address 100 E. Thousand Oaks Boulevard,
Suite 105, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Firm Type | Founded C-Corporation | 1962
Firm Size and Offices
MNS has a staff size of 250 in 7
offices: Buellton, Oakland, San Jose,
San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara,
Riverside, and Thousand Oaks
Point of Contact
Jason Mate, CCM, CPII, Project
Manager, 805.722.0059,
[email protected]
Established in 1962, MNS provides quality infrastructure consulting services to the transportation and water
resources markets throughout California. Specializing in the core services of construction management,
engineering, planning, and land surveying, MNS'
reputation has been built on clear and direct
communication and quality services. We completely
understand the technical, environmental, and regulatory aspects that may be required for any project and are
experienced and knowledgeable with utility and multi-
agency coordination.
Firm Expertise
Construction Management and Inspection
As a leader in construction management and inspection,
we offer the City experienced, locally based staff
committed to meeting quality, budget, and schedule
goals. Our qualified team is available for the contract duration and ready to address both immediate and long-
term needs. With prior experience serving the City, we
understand its methods and procedures for effective
representation.
MNS provides quality construction management and
inspection services for transportation and utility
infrastructure projects, many within Caltrans right-of-way (R/W) or involving federal funds requiring administration per the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual
(LAPM). Our procedures are modeled after the LAPM,
and our team is well-versed in its guidelines. Our
expertise includes complete construction management,
inspection, scheduling and critical path method (CPM)
review, contract administration, constructability review, Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)
compliance, multi-party coordination, utility and
regulatory agency coordination, and funding
administration at local, state, and federal levels.
Permitting and Coordination
Most of our projects involve extensive coordination with permitting agencies like the California Department of
Fish and Wildlife, US Army Corps of Engineers,
Regional Water Quality Control Board, and County Air
Pollution Control District. We have proven experience
managing communication with multiple agencies,
utilities, and environmental permitting, often for projects within waterways and sensitive areas.
Resources and Availability to Provide Services on a
Short Notice/Emergency Basis
We know sometimes unanticipated staffing needs can
arise. Our Thousand Oaks-based staff are local and
readily available for emergency response. Through
ongoing communication with the City and awareness of
team availability, we can promptly address any project
need, offering flexibility throughout the contract. MNS has provided emergency storm damage construction
management and inspection to agencies in the Central
Coast area, including Santa Barbara, Monterey, and
Santa Cruz counties, and Caltrans District 5. We
emphasize experienced field staff and thorough
documentation to support funding reimbursement.
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) SECTION 2 . FIRM’S EXPERIENCE | 3
SECTION 2
FIRM’S EXPERIENCE
Name of
Project:
North Pleasant Valley
Groundwater Desalter Project
Location of
Facility: Camarillo, CA
Construction
Completion
Date:
2022
Role: _ Prime Consultant
X Subconsultant
Owner: City of Camarillo
Client: City of Camarillo
Owner Contact: David Klotzle, PE
Director of Public Works
Phone: (805) 383-5642
Owner Type: X Public Agency __Institutional __Corporate __Residence Describe Work
Your Firm was
Responsible
for:
The $66M facility will process approximately 4,500 acre-feet per year of groundwater, producing about 3,800 acre-feet of drinking water per year. The resulting brine waste of approximately 700 acre-feet per year will be discharged to the Calleguas Regional Salinity Management Pipeline (SMP), Phase 2C. The SMP conveys brine waste to the Pacific Ocean.
The North Pleasant Valley Desalter project site is located within the 4.7-acre treatment plant and will treat brackish groundwater for use as potable water. This project includes the following key elements:
• Administration building housing and emergency, green sand filtration system, a reverse osmosis treatment system, storage tanks, and other operating facilities • Perimeter wall, gates, access driveway, and related site improvements • Pipeline to connect Wells A and B to the treatment site • New Emergency Generator
• Pipeline to connect the discharge from the facility to the City's existing water system • Discharge brine line from the facility to the Regional Salinity Management pipeline • Wash-water solids settling system and connection to local sewer Construction management responsibilities include construction contract administration and constructability review; progress payment review; monthly as-built and baseline schedule review; coordination of permits; process and facility treatment field inspections conforming to drawings and specifications; coordination with specialty inspectors; construction safety oversight; traffic control implementation; identification of potential utility conflicts; startup and commissioning oversight; post construction activities; and record drawing collection.
Total Project
Cost: $66M
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) SECTION 2 . FIRM’S EXPERIENCE | 4
Value of Work
Firm was
Responsible
for:
$740K
Staff Involved
and Roles:
Name
Jason Mate, CCM
Role
Treatment Facility Resident Engineer
Name of
Project:
Wastewater Treatment Plant
(WWTP) Influent Pump Station
(IPS) Rehabilitation Project
Location of
Facility: Goleta, CA
Construction
Completion
Date:
2022
Role: X_ Prime Consultant
__ Subconsultant
Owner: Goleta Sanitary District
Client: Goleta Sanitary District
Owner
Contact:
Reese Wilson
Senior Project Engineer
Phone: (805) 967-4519
Owner Type: X Public Agency __Institutional __Corporate __Residence Describe Work
Your Firm was
Responsible
for:
The plant receives wastewater from approximately 80,000 residents in the Goleta area as well as the Goleta West Sanitary District, the University of California at Santa Barbara the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, and certain Santa Barbara County Facilities. A portion of the WWTP influent flow is pumped by the onsite IPS to the plant headworks. The IPS pumps raw wastewater from the district’s collection system, the Santa Barbara Airport collection system, and plant internal recycle flows to the screenings influent channel. The lift station has a pumping capacity of approximately 24.7 million gallons per day (MGD) or 17,200 gallons per minute (GPM).
The IPS, originally constructed in the 1960s, consists of a below grade wet well and pumps with electrical and controls equipment located at grade. Raw wastewater enters the station’s wet well from which five influent pumps draw. Four of the pumps are vertical centrifugal non- clog pumps of the same size, while the fifth pump is a horizontal screw centrifugal pump to better handle low flow conditions.
Each pump is equipped with a variable frequency drive (VFD) to adjust the pump speed which is controlled by the wet well level control panel through a 4-20 milliampere (mA) signal.
This $3.8M project includes the following major work elements of the lift station rehabilitation:
• Rehabilitation of pumps 1, 2, and 4 and pump motors 1, 2, 3, and 4 • Replacement of lift station level control equipment
• Installation of new station power automatic transfer switch • Installation of new pump MCC
• Full rehabilitation of the lift station heating ventilation air conditioning (HVAC) systems CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) SECTION 2 . FIRM’S EXPERIENCE | 5
• Full structural rehabilitation including new roof, windows, doors, and wet well/building rehab
MNS provided construction management and inspection on this project.
Total Project
Cost: $3.8M
Value of Work
Firm was
Responsible
for:
$400K
Staff Involved
and Roles:
Name
Jason Mate, CCM
Chris Magill
Role
Project Manager
Inspector
Name of
Project:
ECLWRF DT Product Pump VFD
Replacement Project
Location of
Facility: El Segundo, CA
Construction
Completion
Date:
2025
Role: X_ Prime Consultant
__ Subconsultant
Owner: West Basin Municipal Water District
Client: West Basin Municipal Water District
Owner Contact: Kevin Cullen
Water Resources Engineer
Phone: (310) 217-2411
Owner Type: X Public Agency __Institutional __Corporate __Residence Describe Work
Your Firm was
Responsible
for:
This project involves the replacement of three disinfected tertiary product pumps and VFDs at the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility in El Segundo. Key construction activities include installing three new 650 hp VFDs and disconnect switches, running new power and control cables from the VFDs to the existing TAP-Box and control panel, conducting insulation resistance tests on existing VFD cables, reconnecting motor conductors if tests pass or installing new cables if they do not, bonding the grounding conductor to the VFD, mounting the existing RTD transfer panel onto a stand, and connecting associated RTD control wires to the VFD by intercepting existing conduit. MNS is providing construction management services for this project.
Total Project
Cost: $1M
Value of Work
Firm was
Responsible for:
$98K
Staff Involved
and Roles:
Name
Jason Mate, CCM
Chris Magill
Role
Project Manager
Lead Inspector
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) SECTION 2 . FIRM’S EXPERIENCE | 6
Name of
Project:
Wastewater Treatment Plant
(WWTP) Redundancy Project
Location of
Facility: Oceano, CA
Construction
Completion
Date:
Ongoing
Role: X_ Prime Consultant
__ Subconsultant
Owner: South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District (SSLOCSD) Client: South San Luis Obispo County Sanitation District (SSLOCSD) Owner Contact: Jeremy Ghent
District Administrator
Phone: (805) 489-6666
Owner Type: X Public Agency __Institutional __Corporate __Residence Describe Work
Your Firm was
Responsible
for:
The SSLOCSD owns and operates a WWTP for processing wastewater from nine miles of sewer lines from the City of Arroyo Grande, City of Grover Beach, and Oceano Community Services District. The WWTP has a peak dry weather flow of 5 million gallons per day (MGD) capacity, with current flows ranging from 2 to 3 MGD, and is National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permitted. The existing treatment plant cannot meet effluent limits at the permitted design flow if the fixed film reactors (FFR) or the secondary clarifier is out of service and there are no redundant units for either process. The existing plant uses mechanical screens, primary clarifiers, FFR, one secondary clarifier, and chlorination to provide secondary treatment with disinfection to treat wastewater. The Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) has had ongoing discussions with the District regarding the need for a redundant biological nutrient removal (BNR) train in case of a failure with a key component of the current process train. The goal of project is to allow major process units to be removed from service for maintenance or repairs without risking violation of effluent permit limits. Major components of the construction will include the following:
• Two activated sludge (AS) aeration basins
• One new secondary clarifier
• FFR effluent and primary effluent pump station
• Waste activated sludge (WAS) thickener with modifications to existing dewatering platform • Blower, electrical, and motor control center (MCC) building • Yard piping
• Site improvements
• Instrumentation and controls
• Electrical systems
• Floodproofing critical plant systems
• Rehabilitation of existing secondary clarifier
• New generator to provide backup power for new facilities MNS is providing complete third-party construction management services from the pre-construction phase through post-construction activities over a 30-month project duration.
Total Project
Cost: $27M
Value of Work
Firm was
Responsible for:
$3.9M
Staff Involved
and Roles:
Name
Joe Pope, PE
Chris Cox
Chris Magill
Role
Principal-in-Charge
Inspector
Inspector
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
SECTION 3 . INSPECTORS’ EXPERIENCE/ COMPETENCE | 7 SECTION 3
INSPECTORS’ EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCE
Figure 3.1. Team Organization
Name Role Firm Page
Chris Magill Lead Inspector MNS 8
Chris Cox Supplemental Inspector MNS 10
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) SECTION 3 . INSPECTORS’ EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCE | 8 Chris Magill
Main Inspector
Firm
MNS Engineers, Inc.
Areas of Expertise
Electrical and mechanical systems
Inspection quality assurance/quality control and regulatory compliance
Operations management
Project management
Well/pump surveillance and diagnostics
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) permitting and
coordination
Waste water treatment plants (WWTP)
Variable frequency drive (VFD)
Years of Experience
47
Certifications
Water Treatment Operator, Grade 2, No. 26334
National Incident Management System (NIMS) ICS-300:
Intermediate ICS for Expanding Incidents, FEMA
NACE Certification, No. 7324
DISA
All Offshore and Onshore Safety Certifications
Education
Principals of Electrical Inspection/Install, Ventura College Mr. Magill is a seasoned electrician with a strong
background in the industry. Chris has conducted
electrical inspections for many water and wastewater
treatment plant projects. Starting hands-on as an
industrial and oilfield foreman, he has built a diverse career spanning multiple key roles in the water,
wastewater, oil, gas, and industrial sectors, including journeyman, maintenance supervisor, operations
supervisor, offshore super intendent, and company
electrician. Chris is skilled at installing, inspecting, repairing, and replacing electrical components and
wiring. His electrical inspections are thorough, allowing him to troubleshoot issues early and recommend
upgrades, repairs, or maintenance as needed. Along with maintaining electrical systems and equipment, Chris is
also skilled at calibrating and modifying electrical
systems to meet site requirements and comply with
regulations.
DPW-2 Lift Station, FivePoint, Valencia, CA. Electrical Inspector. This lift station in Valencia is designed to manage sewage collection. This project constructs a new sewage lift station to serve the homes in a new housing development. Electrical inspection includes wire pulling, pre-commissioning, and startup of the new lift station.
WWTP Influent Pump Station (IPS) Rehabilitation
Project, Goleta Sanitary District, CA. Electrical
Inspector. The plant receives wastewater from
approximately 80,000 residents in the Goleta area as
well as the Goleta West Sanitary District, the University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB), the Santa
Barbara Municipal Airport, and certain Santa Barbara
County Facilities. A portion of the WWTP influent flow is pumped by the on-site IPS to the plant headworks. The
IPS pumps raw wastewater from the district’s collection system, the Santa Barbara Airport collection system, and plant internal recycle flows to the screenings influent channel. The lift station has a pumping capacity of
approximately 24.7 million gallons per day (MGD) or
17,200 gallons per minute (GPM). The IPS, originally
constructed in the 1960s, consists of a below grade wet well and pumps with electrical and controls equipment
located at grade. Raw wastewater enters the station wet well from which five influent pumps draw. Four of the
pumps are vertical centrifugal non-clog pumps of the
same size, while the fifth pump is a horizontal screw
centrifugal pump added in 2008 along with motor control center (MCC) FA to better handle low flow conditions.
Each pump is equipped with a variable frequency drive
(VFD) to adjust the pump speed which is controlled by
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) Chris Magill | Page 2
SECTION 3 . INSPECTORS’ EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCE | 9 the w
et well level control panel through a 4-20
milliampere (mA) signal. Chris was responsible for
inspection of underground conduit and duct bank
installations as well as wire pulls to all equipment and devices. Additionally, he provided pre-commissioning
oversight with the vendors, generator commissioning,
and integration of supervisory control and data
acquisition (SCADA). Chris also provided functional
testing and startup of all equipment, including motors; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC)
systems; generator; and control systems such as gas
monitoring.
Biosolids and Energy Phase 1 (BESP1), Goleta
Sanitary District (GSD), Santa Barbara, CA. Electrical
Inspector. GSD has undertaken the $9.9M BESP1
project, which includes construction of a new,
prestressed concrete digester, installation of a
cogeneration system with an integrated digester gas
cleaning system, improvements to the digester heating
system, as well as construction of associated demolition, yard piping, and electrical and instrumentation. The
project site is within Coastal Commission jurisdiction, requiring compliance with a Coastal Development permit, and is also within the direct vicinity of the Santa Barbara airport, requiring FAA and coordination. In addition, the WWTP is within a Native American archeological area of
interest, requiring close coordination with paleontological and archeological monitors during excavation. Chris was responsible for inspecting all electrical duct installations, electrical and control connections, and equipment
upgrades, including the startup of equipment.
Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility
Improvements, West Basin Municipal Water District,
EI Segundo, CA. Electrical Inspector. This project is
replacing three Disinfected Tertiary product pumps and
VFD’s in the Edward C. Little Water Recycling Facility
We anticipate the significant electrical and
instrumentation (E&I) construction activities will include the following: installing three new 650 horsepower (hp) VFD; installing three new disconnect switches adjacent
to VFD; install new power cables from new VFD to the
existing TAP-Box; installing new control cables from VFD to the existing control panel; insulation resistance test (megger) of existing VFD cables; reconnect existing
motor conductors to VFD, if megger tests passed or
install new VFD cables; bond existing grounding
conductor to the VFD; mount existing resistant
temperature device (RTD) transfer panel to equipment
mounting stand; and intercept existing conduit from RTD transfer panel and connect associated RTD control wires to VFD. Chris was responsible for all retrofit works
associated with removal and installation of all new VFD drives as well as startup and commissioning oversight.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Rehabilitation Saticoy
Sanitary District, Ventura County, CA. Electrical
Inspector. This project rehabilitated the district’s sanitary sewer system and wastewater treatment plant which
serves over 3,000 people across 3.5 square miles. The
scope of work for this project included assessing and
relining two sequencing batch reactors (SBRs) as well as replacing associated diffusers, decanters, mixers, valves, and piping; upgrading the headworks auger system and
influent gate valve; and replacing mainline influent
manholes. This project is funded by US Department of
Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program through
Ventura County. Since the plant was constrained by
limited block grant funding, the best value was achieved by making use of existing designs. MNS prepared
detailed plans and specifications to ensure repairs are completed with minimal disruption to treatment
operations. Chris conducted electrical inspections on this project. This involved electrical wire pulls, functional testing, and startup of the SBR Nos. 01 and 02
equipment; replacement of headworks lighting system;
replacement of sensors, defective control, and electrical boxes within the headworks and associated wire pulls;
and functional testing and startup of the auger system
inside the headworks.
Pacific Operator’s Offshore LLC, CA. Chris provided
services to various onshore and offshore oil and gas
facilities. He served under various capacities, including Company Electrician, Maintenance Supervisor, Offshore
Superintendent, Operations Superintendent, and
Offshore/Onshore and Relief Plant Operator. He
maintained all Pacific and Republic rigs, cranes, and
facilities. Additionally, he managed daily operations,
overseeing Pacific and Republic assets, facilities, well surveillance, drilling, well servicing, workovers, and
maintenance.
Additional Experience
Company Electrician, Beacon West Energy Group,
LLC, CA.
Apprentice Electrician/ Mechanical, Vetco Offshore
Inc., CA.
Foreman Thousand Oaks Mall, Westlake Electric Co.,
Westlake Village, CA.
Industrial and Oilfield Journeyman, Taft Electric Co.,
Ventura, CA.
Industrial and Oilfield Foreman, Blum Electric Co.,
Carpinteria, CA.
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) SECTION 3 . INSPECTORS’ EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCE | 10 Chris Cox
Supplemental Inspector
Firm
MNS Engineers, Inc.
Areas of Expertise
Permitting
Active Transportation Program
Capital improvements
Wastewater sewer interceptors
Repair procedures
Building codes
Contract administration
Proposition funding
Years of Experience
35
Certifications
ICC Structural Concrete
ICC Structural Masonry
ICC Structural Steel and Weld ing
10- and 30-hour Outr each Trainer Certified, Cal/OSHA First Aid and CPR
Education
Coursework, OSHA Outreach Training, California State
University, Dominquez Hills, CA
Affiliations
Mayor’s Executive Steering Comm ittee, Lucas Museum for Narrative Art
Accomplishments and Awards
Letter of Commendation, Lead Inspect or for Los Angeles City Hall Seismic Rehabilitation Project
Career Service Award, Lead Inspect or for the Northeast Interceptor Sewer Project
Letter of Commendation, Inspection Supervisor of Hollenbeck, Rampart, Olympic, and Harbor Police Stations
Mr. Cox has over 35 years of construction inspection and management experience with the City of Los Angeles on
a variety of public works projects, including Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) transit, wastewater
interceptor sewer, Capital Improvement, and Active
Transportation (ATP) projects. Chris is a detail-oriented construction inspector with proven expertise in managing a construction inspection crew and providing structural reviews to successfully deliver projects in accordance to plan requirements. He is known for being decisive in
identifying and mitigating construction challenges. Chris has expertise in plan review and correction, technical
reviews, report generation, safety awareness, permitting, repair procedures, and building codes. His experience
includes:
Valley Center Well PFAS Groundwater Treatment
Improvements, Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency,
Santa Clarita, CA. Senior Construction Inspector. The
Santa Clarita Valley Water Agency (SCVWA) constructed
per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) treatment
improvements for the Valley Center Well that has a
capacity of 1,200 gallons-per-minute (GPM). The well
had been offline due to PFAS contaminants being
detected above the recommended levels. The $3.1M
project treated PFAS groundwater contaminants and
restored well pumping capacity back to normal levels.
East Central Interceptor Sewer, City of Los Angeles,
CA. Senior Construction Inspector. This $240M outfall
sewer upgraded a major portion of its sewer system in
response to severe sewage spills during the El Niño of
1998. The project installed new underground sewer lines, air siphon lines, and junction boxes. A combination of
open cuts and tunnel-boring machines (TBMs) were used
to access the areas where the permanent structures
were installed. Responsibilities included quality control of tunnel segment construction, lined reinforced concrete
pipe, tunneling and segment and pipe installation, and
annular space grouting and surface restoration. The new 22-mile interceptor sewer was built as a deep tunnel with finished diameters ranging from 7 to 4 feet. The project was constructed concurrently in two phases: an 11-mile
East-West and a 10-mile North-South segment. The new
sewer provides additional conveyance capacity for an
existing deteriorating sewer that is scheduled for
rehabilitation. Large sewage spills during the El Niño
storms of 1998 resulted in a Cease and Desist Order that established an aggressive schedule for the completion of the project. Duties on both projects included inspection of excavation and shoring of launching and recovery pits,
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) Chris Cox | Page 2
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allation of ground monitoring equipment
(Inclineometers, pizeometers, etc.), shop inspection of reinforced lined concrete pipe, shop inspection of
reinforced concrete tunnel segments, surface jet
grouting, ground compaction, and relocation of all utilities and surface restoration in the tunnel alignment and/or
public right-of-way.
Northeast Interceptor Sewer, City of Los Angeles,
CA. Lead Inspector. This project constructed 27,900 feet of 13-foot-diameter sewer tunnel utilizing three Lovat
tunnel boring machines (TBMs) at a tunnel depth of
approximately 160 feet. Two of the drives were driven in predominantly alluvial soils, below the water table, using EPB TBMs in the closed mode, with extensive soil
conditioning required to maintain face pressure and
control loss of ground and settlement. The third drive was driven in siltstone/claystone with a conventional TBM.
The tunnel support was a pre-cast segmental bolted and
gasketed lining. The inflow through the lining was less than 30 gallons per minute (GPM) over the length of the tunnel. Three work shafts/diversion structures were
constructed utilizing slurry wall initial support; seven 14- foot-diameter maintenance shafts were drilled to tunnel depth in advance of the tunnel drives, with tunnel-to-shaft connections made after the tunnel was driven past the
lean grout plug installed at the base of the drilled
manhole. The tunnel alignment ran through a densely
populated area of downtown Los Angeles and passed
under three major freeways, requiring an extensive
ground stabilization grouting program to be carried out in advance of tunneling. The owner had serious concerns
with ground settlement and the effect it could have on
utilities located above the tunnel. Due to the nature of the soils, there was a high likelihood for settlement. Nearly as great a concern was the adverse public relations that would result from any publicity about property damage or traffic disruption. TBI was able to eliminate the problem by utilizing face pressures and grouting techniques that resulted in zero measurable ground surface settlement
over the entire length of the 4-mile tunnel. The relatively small diameter of the tunnel and the need to have the
capability of performing TBM tool changes under 2.5 bar of pressure, coupled with the tight project schedule,
made the compressed air setup a critical part of the
operation. The TBM was too small to incorporate an
integral lock system, and compressing the entire tunnel based on the porosity of the sands would have required
an air compressor volume that would have been difficult to deliver and maintain. Therefore, TBI developed a
“portable” airlock system that was towed by the TBM.
Whenever compressed air was required to perform tool
changes or cutterhead maintenance, the lock structure
was affixed to the TBM plenum bulkhead through a
series of tension members and a rubber diaphragm
installed between the tunnel liner and the lock structure to form an airtight seal. This allowed the team to
compress only that portion of the tunnel, which was
forward of the trailing gear and kept the amount of air required to maintain face stability and water control to a minimum. Due to the high-water table and variable
ground conditions along the length of the tunnel,
conditioning the soil to maintain a sand plug and control the consistency of the muck was a major challenge. A
major research and development effort was undertaken
upon award of the contract, wherein TBI took samples of the various soil types along the alignment and had each tested to determine a “formula” of ground conditioning
additives that would best treat each of the different types of soil. From this research, a table was developed that classified each soil type by gradation and moisture
content and prescribed the formula best suited to attain the optimum conditioning. Responsibilities included
inspection and quality control of excavations for tunnel launching pits, surface and jet grouting, traffic control, installation of tunnel segments, lined reinforced concrete pipe, annular grouting, and surface restoration.
Various Projects, City of Los Angeles, CA. Principal
Construction Inspector. Chris supervised approximately
25 Construction Inspectors and was responsible for the
contract administration of numerous Public Works
projects. He was responsible for all Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) projects in the public right-of-way, Capital Improvement Projects in downtown Los Angeles, and various permit inspections in the Los Angeles Civic Center area. Additionally, he was a member of the Mayor’s Steering Committee for the
expenditure of proposition funding for MTA projects and for the Lucas Museum for Narrative Art.
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
SECTION 4 . MATERIALS TESTING’ EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCE | 12
SECTION 4
MATERIALS TESTING
EXPERIENCE/COMPETENCE
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Testing, and Special Inspection Services. Founded
locally in 1959 as BTC Labs, NV5 has earned a
reputation for delivering quality service at reasonable costs by successfully completing thousands of projects
for private and public sector clients. NV5 operates with a commitment to responsive and proactive construction
quality assurance, ensuring timely test results and
service dispatches.
Key Qualifications:
• Extensive Local Experience: NV5 has provided
geotechnical consulting and construction quality
assurance services on thousands of local
transportation infrastructure projects in Santa
Barbara and Ventura counties, and throughout
California for over sixty years.
• Responsive Construction Quality Assurance
Team: NV5 is dedicated to providing timely test
results and service dispatches, essential for
successful project execution and management for
districts providing critical infrastructure services.
• Emergency Response Services: NV5 offers
around-the-clock emergency services in support of
critical infrastructure projects and operations, with a dynamic multi-tiered dispatch system available to
the construction management team.
• Large, Experienced Staff: NV5 maintains one of
the largest staff of geotechnical and construction
quality assurance professionals in Southern
California, including 11 registered Geotechnical
Engineers, 10 Certified Engineering Geologists, and
2 Certified Hydrogeologists.
• State-of-the-Art Testing Laboratory: NV5
operates one of the largest and most capable
testing labs in California, certified by Caltrans (IA), CCRL, ARML, DSA, OSHPD, US Army Corps of
Engineers, and AASHTO (R-18).
Project Experience: NV5 specializes in geotechnical,
inspection, and testing services for transportation,
pavement rehabilitation, and infrastructure improvement projects for local agencies. Selected local on-call service contracts include:
• Casitas Municipal Water District: Construction
Inspection, Geotechnical, Materials Testing.
• Calleguas Municipal Water District: Geotechnical
and Materials Testing.
• County of Santa Barbara: Geotechnical and
Materials Testing.
• City of Santa Barbara: Geotechnical and Materials
Testing.
• City of Goleta: Geotechnical and Materials Testing.
• County of Ventura: Construction Inspection,
Geotechnical, Materials Testing.
Notable Projects:
• CMWD: Marion Walker Pressure Improvement
project involved construction inspections and
materials testing to ensure the integrity and
performance of the Marion Walker Pressure
Improvement system.
• CMWD: Mira Monte Well Enclosure Inspections &
Materials Testing - This project focused on providing
construction inspections and materials testing to
verify the structural soundness and safety of the
Mira Monte Well Enclosure.
• North Pleasant Valley Groundwater Desalter
Project: NV5 provided geotechnical consulting,
construction materials testing, welding inspection,
environmental testing, and coating inspection for a
brackish groundwater treatment facility in Camarillo,
CA.
• Magic Mountain Pipeline Phase 6B Project: NV5
provided geotechnical construction materials
testing, welding inspection, and special inspection
for a 42-inch water pipeline in Valencia, CA.
• La Granada Pump Station: NV5 provided
construction materials engineering and testing
services, special inspection services, and
miscellaneous consulting services for a pump
station upgrade in Thousand Oaks, CA.
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CITY OF CAMARILLO
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ED SULLIV
AN
Construction Services Manager
With over 35 years of experience in geotechnical and materials inspection and testing, Mr. Sullivan brings a wealth of expertise to his role as Construction Services Manager. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to ensuring the integrity and safety of construction projects across a diverse range of areas, including large grading operations, soldier pile walls, pipeline construction, and roadway and bridge construction. Mr. Sullivan's extensive experience also encompasses overseein g drilled pier foundations, reinforced earth walls, and firewater/process piping construction, as well as conducting hydro-testing and blast monitoring. His proven track record includes providing materials inspection and testing services to esteemed clients such as the Calleguas Municipal Water District, showcasing his dedication to delivering quality and reliability in every project he undertakes.
Project Experience
CALLEGUAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
MUNICIPAL | WATER | EAST VENTURA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Construction inspection/consultation and materials testing for approximately 30 miles of pipeline within the Calleguas MWD service area. Project experience includes Grandsen Pump Station Phase 1 and Phase 2, Wellfield Emergency Generators project, Simi Valley Recycled Water System project, Las Posas Basin Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) project, Lake Bard Plant Expansion and Oxygenation project, Regional Salinity Control project, several concrete and steel reservoirs, and various operation improvement projects.
SALINITY MANAGEMENT PIPELINE (SMP), CALLEGUAS MUNICIPAL WATER
DISTRICT
MUNICIPAL | WATER | VENTURA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Provided materials testing services for the pipeline backfill and structures, and geotechnical input regarding HDD crossings for numerous phases of the SMP project. This 7 -mile long, 60 -inch to 30 -inch diameter pipeline extends from near Camarillo to an oc ean outfall offshore from Oxnard. The purpose of the pipeline is to convey poor-quality surface and groundwater (primarily high total dissolved solids and chlorides) from the Calleguas Creek drainage to the Pacific Ocean. Mr. Sullivan oversaw the technicians who performed materials testing services for this project.
CALLEGUAS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION MUNICIPAL | WATER | LOS ANGELES AVENUE, MOORPARK, CALIFORNIA Construction inspection, consultation, and materials testing for the construction of a 3-mile section of a 72-inch water pipeline for the Las Posas Basin Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) project including the Arroyo Simi Tunnel and four jack and bore operations.
NV5, Inc. | CQA
Ventura, CA
[email protected]
805.656.6074
EDUCATION
A.A. Geology, College of the
Redwoods
Geology Coursework, Humboldt
State University
EXPERIENCE
35 years
AFFILIATIONS
American Public Works
Association
Coast Geological Society
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CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
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SECTION 5
OFFICE SUPPORT FOR INSPECTOR
Office Support
An Office Engineer for MNS is a professional at a civil engineering and infrastructure consulting firm who
handles administrative and technical tasks to support
construction projects, including reviewing plans,
monitoring progress, preparing reports, and coordinating with project teams and contractors. Laurie Jones will be dedicated to the Project Part Time and will support
Project and the Inspection Team with all office
administration duties.
Office Engineer Scope of Services
The Office Engineer shall provide project support
services from an office setting, including but not limited to:
• Project Monitoring
o Track, review, and document the progress of
construction projects with the Inspection Team
o Support with Construction Progress Meeting
notes.
• Plan and Specification Support
o Provide the contract documents, plans, and
specifications with project requirements to the
Inspector.
o Help ensure the latest contract drawings are
provided to the Inspection Team in an efficient
manner.
o Help ensure all contract document changes;
design clarifciations; RFI and field order
directions are provided to the Inspector.
• Report Preparation and Submission
o Support with Daily Report templates on the
document management system.
o Prepare and maintain project reports, including
progress updates, safety summaries, and other
relevant documentation.
o Provide technical support to the Inspection
Team on the document management system.
• Communication and Coordination
o Point of Contact for the greater team with
Document Management System enquires and
support.
o Help coordinate the flow of information,
including Requests for Information (RFIs),
submittals, and change order documentation to
the Inspection Team.
• Administrative Support
o Maintain project files, records, schedules, and
correspondence in an organized and accessible
manner.
o Support the Project Manager in contract
administration, including pay applications,
budget tracking, and project closeout
documentation.
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Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
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Laurie Jones
Office Support
Firm
MNS Engineers, Inc.
Areas of Expertise
Project coordination/management
Cost/document control
Project scheduling
Permitting
Years of Experience
18
Certifications
Defensive Driving
Cal Heat Illness Awareness for All Industry Workers
Valley Fever Awareness
Confined Space Awareness
Education
AA, General Studies, Bakersfield College, CA
Ms. J
ones has over 18 years of experience with project
coordination/management and senior administration.
Laurie possesses extensive practical knowledge in
contract administration, planning, procurement, strategic planning, project development, operational excellence,
project management, and scheduling in the construction, oil, gas, automation, and aerospace industries. Her
strengths include a wide range of office, program
management and coordination skills; including, project
scheduling, cost control, and document control. She is
skilled with Construction Management Information
System (CMIS), Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project.
In her last role, responsibilities included serving as
custodian of project records and contracts, meeting
project milestones and deadlines, negotiating pricing with vendors, creating purchase orders, balancing project
budgets, developing and maintaining project dashboards, maintaining communication with project leads and clients regarding project status and invoicing completed
projects. At MNS, Laurie assists with CMIS
administration and user support, training in CMIS, and
Labor Compliance. Laurie is known for her organization
and excellent communication skills. Her experience
includes:
Measure K-14 Newport Avenue Rehabilitation and
Repair (2295-6), City of Grover Beach, CA. Office
Engineer. Funded by Measure K-14, this $2.3M project
provided full-depth street rehabilitation of Newport
Avenue from 4th Street to Oak Park Boulevard, including the construction of bulb-outs at most of the intersections and upgraded numerous curb ramps, sidewalks, and
driveways to current Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) standards. In addition to the concrete work, the
project also involved water utility improvements at
various locations, including tie in and transit line
replacements, placement of a decomposed granite (DG)
path, construction of a buffered bike lane, and complete roadway reconstruction for over 12 blocks. Laurie’s
responsibilities include project set-up, contract
administration, document control, Labor Compliance,
maintaining a file structure that is compliant with the Local Assistance Planning Manual (LAPM) or Caltrans,
and project archiving. She also supported the Resident
Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, and Inspector
with preparing meeting agenda/minutes.
Measure K-14 Ocean View Avenue Rehabilitation and
Repair (2205-7), City of Grover Beach, CA. Office
Engineer. Funded by Measure K-14, this $870K project
was a complete rehabilitation of Ocean View Avenue and
the surrounding cross streets. The project consisted of removing the existing asphalt and placing a new section of aggregate base and hot mix asphalt (HMA). New cross
gutters, sidewalks, and ADA compliant curb ramps were
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARI LLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2) Laurie Jones | Page 2
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installed at
various locations within the project. Newport
Avenue was added as an extension of this project for an additional construction cost of $200K. The project also repaired broken transite 4-inch water lines with C900
polyvinyl chloride (PVC), new hydrant installation,
removal, installation of new blow off valve system with pressure testing, and sampling station removal and
installation. Laurie’s responsibilities includedproject set- up, contract administration, document control, Labor
Compliance, maintaining a file structure that is compliant with the Local Assistance Planning Manual (LAPM) or
Caltrans, and project archiving. She also supported the Resident Engineer, Assistant Resident Engineer, and
Inspector with preparing meeting agenda/minutes.)
Measure K-14 10th Street, 11th Street, Seabright
Avenue, Trouville Avenue, and Manhattan Avenue
Rehabilitation and Repair (2295-10), City of Grover
Beach, CA. Office Engineer. Funded by Measure K-14,
this $1.8M rehabilitation project provided full-depth street rehabilitation of North and South 10th Street, South 11th Street, Trouville Avenue, 10th Street to Oak Park
Boulevard, Seabright Avenue, 13th Street to Oak Park
Boulevard, and Manhattan Avenue/13th Street to Oak
Park Boulevard. The project consisted of removing the
existing asphalt and placing a new section of aggregate base and HMA; and upgrading numerous curb ramps,
sidewalks, and driveways to current ADA standards. The
project also involved water utility improvements at
various locations and placement of a decomposed
granite (DG) pathway. Laurie’s responsibilities included CMIS support and training, project set-up, contract
administration, document control, Labor Compliance,
maintaining a file structure that is compliant with the LAPM or Caltrans, and project archiving.
Boronda Road Congestion Relief, City of Salinas, CA.
Office Engineer. This project alleviates traffic congestion and ensures safe travel for pedestrians, cyclists, and
vehicles. Work includes installing new utilities to support future residential development and constructing a
roundabout at the intersection of Boronda Road and
McKinnon Street. MNS is currently handling
constructability reviews, construction management and
inspection, office engineering, and SWPPP services.
Laurie’s responsibilities include CMIS support and
training, project set-up, contract administration,
document control, Labor Compliance, maintaining a file
structure that is compliant with the Local Assistance
Planning Manual (LAPM) or Caltrans, and project
archiving. She also supported the Resident Engineer,
Assistant Resident Engineer, and Inspector with
preparing meeting agenda/minutes.
Union Road Bridge at Sen Benito Road, County of
San Benito, CA. Office Engineer. This $37M project
includes the reconstruction and realignment of Union
Road and replaces the existing bridge over the San
Benito River with a new bridge accommodating two traffic lanes with pedestrian and bicycle lane facilities. The
project site is in unincorporated San Benito County,
south of the City of Hollister, and crosses the San Benito River. Union Road is an important arterial connecting
State Route 156 east of San Juan Bautista to Airline
Highway (State Route 25) south of Hollister. This critical route serves agricultural, business, and commerce, as
well as the needs of both rural and urban residential
areas, and the connection with San Benito Road
adjacent to the existing bridge is a high-volume
intersection that is continually busy. The project includes significant grading, HMA placement, multiple drainage
systems, rock slope protection, SWPPP considerations,
traffic control and staging, irrigation, and landscaping.
The project is being constructed in an environmentally
sensitive area which required extensive coordination with permitting agencies. MNS is providing construction
management and survey support. Laurie’s
responsibilities include CMIS support and training,
project set-up, contract administration, document control, Labor Compliance, maintaining a file structure that is
compliant with the Local Assistance Planning Manual
(LAPM) or Caltrans, and project archiving. She also
supported the Resident Engineer, Assistant Resident
Engineer, and Inspector with preparing meeting
agenda/minutes.
West Broadway Urban Village Improvements, City of
Seaside, CA. Office Engineer. This $6.5M project
completely reconstructed a half-mile roadway section.
The work excavated the roadway and installed new
drainage systems, a stormwater collection system, a 12- inch sanitary sewer, electrical systems for ornamental
pedestrian and street lighting, sidewalks, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant handicap ramps,
pedestrian amenities, parking areas, landscaping, and
irrigation facilities. The new roadway section consists of a Class II aggregate base and 6-inch hot mix asphalt
(HMA) paved surface. New traffic control devices include signalized intersections, signage, and thermoplastic
striping and marking. Responsibilities included setting up project files, maintaining submittal and Request for
Information (RFI) logs, preparing weekly meeting
agenda/minutes, assisting the Resident
Engineer/Assistant Resident Engineer with pay estimates and quantity sheets, logging and reviewing certified
payrolls, coordinating with Caltrans (Caltrans oversight), and reviewing extra work bills for change orders.
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
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SECTION 6
QA/QC, INSPECTION MANAGEMENT
SYSTEMS, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Project Understanding
MNS recognizes that the City requires on-call
construction management support to oversee two
distinct efforts being delivered under two separte
contracts. The first effort, Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1),
will replace aging permanent generators, upgrade
automatic transfer switches, and add manual transfer
switches at two lift stations. The second, WRP
Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2),
focuses on retrofitting a portable generator connection at the Water Reclamation Plant. Together, these
projects represent approximately 115 working days of
construction with a total engineer’s estimate of $1.6M.
QA/QC
Quality management is an inherent CM responsibility.
MNS is knowledgeable and capable in all aspects of
quality management. Typically, the QC aspects of the
project are the contractor’s responsibility. The MNS
inspection team will follow a Quality Assurance Program (QAP) that continually monitors the contractor’s quality control to ensure all work meets the requirements of the specifications and best construction industry standards.
QA is the application of systematic methods to verify the effective implementation of quality control procedures.
MNS will manage the quality of the project by taking the quality assurance lead role and implementing the
project’s QAP, which allocates quality control
responsibilities to the various project participants to ensure the constructed product conforms to the contract plans and specifications. This includes a detailed
inspection plan, inspection procedures, and
documentation procedures for all inspection and test
reports. MNS will review the contractor’s quality control procedures to ensure adequacy. Quality control issues
will be discussed at each weekly meeting with the
contractor. The deficiencies/corrective items list will be maintained, reviewed, and updated weekly based on the
contractor addressing the noted issues.
MNS also regularly performs internal audits of its field operations to ensure the proper implementation of
procedures for MNS’ QAP. These internal audits focus
on inspection procedures, inspection documentation,
data quality, the document control system, CPM
schedule analysis, quality assurance documentation,
and the safety program.
Project Management Approach
MNS has developed a technical approach we have
found to be successful when implemented on similar
projects. MNS will approach this project as an integral member of the City’s project team with a focus on
discerning project challenges and providing solutions to better serve the project and reduce impacts to the
project and the community, and visiting the site.
Prior to the start of the project, MNS Project Manager, Jason Mate, will meet with the City’s Project Manager to establish a clear protocol and understanding of contract documents, project background, procedures, project
related agreements and permits, project milestones,
schedule, and expectations for the project. Open
communication is fundamental to establishing a firm
foundation in administering the project.
The MNS Project Manager will keep in close contact
with the Project Team and provide support on any
contractual and technical issues. We also recommend a
monthly meeting to discuss Project Status and to review the monthly budgets. The Project Manager will also be a resource for the City Management Team on any Cost,
Time or Quality related issues on the Project.
Quality Management System (Document Control).
The core of a sound construction management system
is a carefully devised and stringently applied quality
assurance regime. MNS will use its time-tested, three-
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Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
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and closely monitor compliance. In short, we will tailor a Quality Management System (QMS) plan to be project
specific to ensure the work is constructed in a manner
that meets the requirements of the specifications.
Our proactive QMS system aims to help prevent the
cost and delay associated with rework for non-
conforming work.
A central feature of QMS is a paperless and cloud-
based tool designed to identify critical steps, maximize efficiency, and reduce cost. The CMIS document control
software incorporated into the system enables MNS to
manage the essential quality assurance and control
tasks based on specific technical requirements. The
system highlights the inspections and documentation
necessary to ensure requirements are met at each step
in the construction process.
QMS Planning Process. The MNS QMS plan for this
project will be a two-step process incorporating the
project's QA requirements with the QC program to
provide the inspection necessary and documentation
necessary to ensure that specific requirements are
achieved at every construction process step.
Step 1—QA Planning. Our QMS plan will be based on
the following elements:
• City technical and operational requirements
• Contract specifications/technical requirements
• Consultant and subcontractor input and points of
emphasis
• SRF requirements
• Needs of the City's operations team
• Permit and the requirements of Authorities Having
Jurisdiction (AHJ)
• Systematic measurement to assess compliance and
success of the quality control (QC) program
• Detailed documentation available 24/7 (cloud-based
using on-site digital software and customizable
forms)
• Training on processes for all project stakeholders
• Needs of the City's municipal partners and other
service recipients
Step 2—QA, Inspection, and Testing Planning. The
QMS plan guides the development of a project-specific
Inspection and Test Planning (ITP) protocol. This
protocol involves creating a specific quality control test plan for work items with the ITP checklists correlated to each section of the contract specifications.
Once compiled, the ITP checklists provide a blueprint for the field quality assurance (QA) team and contractor.
The protocol encompasses:
• Expectations of the
City, Design Engineer,
and plant operations
personnel
• Mandatory pre-
installation meetings
with the contractor
• Features to be
inspected and tested
• Test methods and
procedures
• Identification of "Hold
for Inspection" points
• Deliverables: samples,
certifications, etc.
• Specification requirements: pass/fail criteria
• Documentation: test results, photos, and other
pertinent data
• Contractor training and review of requirements
Pre-Installation Meetings. To ensure all parties are on the same page regarding the technical requirements
and inspection process, MNS will host mandatory pre-
installation meetings with the installation contractor(s).
The purpose of the meetings is to train the contractors on the ITP process, define specification requirements,
identify deliverables and hold points, review pass/fail criteria, and emphasize timely delivery of the required test reports. Central to this meeting is a detailed review of the ITP inspection form by the field engineers and
installation contractor(s).
Figure 4.1
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CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
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By identifying quality expectations before the work
begins, these meetings help ensure the installation
contractor(s) know precisely what is required and how
the work will be inspected.
Our QMS process effectively reduces the need for
rework and fosters a collegial and efficient work
environment.
Conduct the Pre-Construction Site Survey. MNS will
conduct a comprehensive site survey using both video
and still photography to provide a detailed record of the areas that may be affected by the construction work.
Preparing the Materials and Inspection Log. As part
of our ITP process, the MNS team can support and help
prepare a list of the required tests and inspections. The PM, City Construction Manager, and Construction
Inspector can coordinate the materials testing (NV5),
our team's special inspector subcontractor. NV5 will
provide the expertise to ensure tests are performed
correctly and the contractor's remedial actions conform to project documents. We will maintain a log to track all material testing and track testing reports to verify
compliance.
Integrating the Electronic Document Control
System. To save time and reduce risk, MNS will deploy
CMIS to manage the cloud-based document control and
filing system before the start of construction. MNS is
flexible, has experience with a myriad of alternative and automated systems, and will adjust our document
control system based on the City's preference. In either event, the goal is to integrate design and construction milestones with the essential documents and ensure
timely delivery to project managers and key project
stakeholders. MNS will provide detailed instructions and training on the document submission process and
coordinate training for the plant operations team.
Maintenance of Plant Operations. Chris Magill will
support the coordination process necessary to ensure
the "Unintended Consequences of Construction" do not
affect or otherwise interrupt plant operations. Chris has extensive plant experience and has supported the
startup of several facilities at the Plant site. Chris has a depth of experience and knowledge of the plant and its
utility systems and worked well with operations
personnel. Additionally, he will meet with key City staff and will serve as an invaluable asset to successfully
complete this project. He will personally review the
contractor's work plans, as needed and schedule with
key City staff and plant operations personnel. His
presence and vigilance should ease communication and
ensure top-notch accountability and performance.
Our construction inspectors' primary duty is to
implement and maintain the MNS field QMS, as
described in Task 1.2, under the terms of the contract
document. Tracking on the checklists derived through
our ITP protocol, the construction inspectors'
responsibilities include:
Meetings. Host and document pre-installation meetings
with installing contractors.
QA. Inspect all work to ensure it meets the requirements and quality of work outlined in the contract documents.
Monitor contractor's QC program to ensure compliance
with the approved plan.
Daily Inspection Reports/Documentation. The daily
report will include accurate characterizations of labor and equipment, work description, safety issues, work
performed, and weather conditions. The Construction
Inspector will submit labor compliance reviews material verifications, track work items, and maintain as-builts. • Coordination. Coordinate testing of systems.
• Photo Record Maintenance. Regularly photograph
construction activity/progress.
• Verification of Material and Equipment. Verify the
delivered items conform to the project specifications
and approved submittals.
• Non-Conforming Work. Provide notification with
non-conforming work and support with NCR
development and not recommending payment.
Scope of Services
Our construction management scope of work can be
categorized into three separate tasks:
• Phase 1: Pre-Construction
• Phase 2: Construction
• Phase 3: Post-Construction and Project
Closeout
• Phase 4: Allowance Items
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CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
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PHASE 1 PRE-CONSTRUCTION
TASK 1.1 Kick-Off Meeting
Upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed, MNS will
coordinate with the City’s Project Manager and key
stakeholders to establish clear protocols for contract
administration, communication lines, and levels of
authorization. MNS will attend a formal kick-off meeting with Camarillo to review the scope of work and
Construction Management procedures. A two-hour
duration is assumed for this meeting.
TASK 1.2 Pre-Construction Meeting
MNS will attend the Project’s pre-construction
conference with the contractor, City staff, and other
relevant entities as determined by the City. This meeting will:
• Confirm project communication and organizational
hierarchies
• Establish protocols for contract administration
• Review contractor responsibilities, including safety, emergency response, site access, labor
compliance, material certifications, submittals,
schedule updates, permit/utility agreements, order
of work, weekly meetings, pay requests, public
notices, and quality control.
• Meeting minutes will be documented and distributed
to all attendees and supported by the Office
Engineer.
TASK 1.3 Document Management System
MNS will establish a cloud-based documentation and
filing system tailored to the City’s needs. MNS uses
CMIS, a cost-free contract administration system
available to the City, which will serve as the central
repository for all City project documents (plans,
specifications, permits, etc.). A preliminary list of
anticipated contractor submittals with milestone dates
should be developed, and MNS/City will contact project
stakeholders early to establish working relationships and expectations.
TASK 1.5 Reporting
MNS will submit monthly invoices with information
broken down by task and subtask by the PM. Each
invoice will include staff assignments and corresponding hours worked.
TASK 1.6 Project Correspondence and
Communication
At project initiation, MNS will establish communication protocols with all stakeholders. Written correspondence to the contractor will be issued as necessary to manage the Project efficiently, in compliance with contract
documents, and within established timelines.
PHASE 2 CONSTRUCTION
TASK 2.1 Coordination
MNS Inspector will support ongoing coordination with
City, contractor, and other project stakeholders as
required throughout construction. This includes
facilitating communication, addressing site-related
issues, and coordinating with utilities, subcontractors, and other field personnel to ensure construction
activities comply with project requirements and contract documents.
TASK 2.2 Submittal Review
MNS Inspector will review all shop drawing submittals to ensure approved materials match those installed on-
site. Any discrepancies will be immediately reported to the City. Priority submittals include: baseline schedules, long lead electrical gear, supports,
TASK 2.3 Inspection
MNS will provide full-time (as needed per the schedule), on-site daily inspection services to help verify
construction compliance with:
1. Inspect, document, and coordinate field testing for
all work, including electrical equipment
commissioning, generator start-up and functional
testing, and punchlist items.
2. Monitor the contractor’s operations, ensuring safe
and compliant work around existing plant systems.
3. Provide initial review to the City of plans,
specifications, quantities, pay requests, and verify
that estimated quantities cover all contemplated
work items related to electrical and mechanical
systems.
4. Coordinate and observe materials testing and
electrical testing services to verify compliance with
contract requirements and ensure testing
documentation is completed at the time of testing.
5. Support enforcement of environmental permits or
approvals, including any requirements associated
with existing plant operations.
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
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6. Coordinate required testing and special inspections, including electrical inspections, as outlined in the
project specifications.
7. Assist the Labor Compliance Officer with labor
compliance administration, including field interviews.
8. Ensure the contractor complies with all contract
requirements and executes work in a safe manner
around live equipment and systems.
9. Maintain complete, accurate, and concise daily
records of work performed and quantities measured
for payment.
10. Maintain organized photo and video documentation
of the work, including existing plant conditions,
electrical equipment, and completed upgrades.
11. Review product submittals, equipment datasheets,
and RFIs; post approved updates to plan/spec
copies for reference.
12. Verify that construction operations conform to
approved Traffic Control Plans and safety protocols
within an active plant.
13. Keep the City informed of work progress, potential
problems, and emerging issues specific to electrical
and plant operations.
14. Respond to contractor questions regarding plans,
specifications, and integration with existing electrical systems.
15. Maintain field record drawings in coordination with Contractor requirements, including electrical
schematics and equipment locations.
The MNS team will ensure thorough oversight of all
construction activities, with particular attention to
electrical equipment, generator systems, and safe
operations within the existing plant, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and contract requirements
TASK 2.4 RFIs/RFC
MNS Inspector will review RFI response and monitor the
direction in the field. The Office Engineer will provide support as needed.
TASK 2.5 Weekly Construction Meetings
MNS inspection team will attend weekly progress
meetings with the Project team to review schedule,
construction progress, issues, and next steps. Meeting
minutes will be documented and distributed as
appropriate.
TASK 2.6 Record Drawings
MNS will maintain an independent set of record
drawings at its office to document construction activities, changes, and as-built conditions for the Project. This
should be done on a frequent basis and tracked on the
system.
PHASE 3 PROJECT CLOSEOUT
TASK 3.1 Punchlist
MNS will develop a punch list of incomplete or deficient work, coordinate with the contractor to resolve items,
and re-inspect completed work. MNS will assist in the
final walkthrough with the City to verify punch list
completeness. Prepare punch list items for final
inspection, including verification of generator and
transfer switch functionality.
TASK 3.2 Record Drawings and Support
MNS Inspector will maintain a field set of as-built
drawings to verify completeness. These drawings will be used to confirm that the contractor’s final as-built set is accurate and complete before submission to the City.
Provide post-construction document preparation, as-
built verification and required close out support.
TASK 3.4- Project File
At the conclusion of the Project, MNS will compile and
transmit all project-related documentation to City Project Manager. MNS will maintain an electronic version of all project files in PDF format throughout the project’s
duration to ensure completeness and accuracy.
To facilitate ease of use and accessibility by City staff, the MNS Office Engineer will:
• Organize all files into a structured and logical folder system.
• Accurately title and label each file according to
content and project phase.
• Include all final submittal, RFI, and change order
logs in Microsoft Excel format.
• Present the complete project file structure to the
City at the time of transmission, providing a clear
overview of contents and organization.
MNS will ensure the project file represents a fully
documented and accessible record of the construction
activities, supporting final review, future reference, and project closeout.
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
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Sample MNS Inspection Report
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
CITY OF CAMARILLO
Inspection Services & Material Testing for Wastewater System Generator Replacement at PS3 & PS5 (Project No. SS-5120-1) and
Water Reclamation Plant (WRP) Generator Improvements (Project No. SS-5120-2)
SECTION 6 . QA/QC, INSPECTION MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS, AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT | 23
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
Project Manager
SeniorConstruction Inspector
Office Administrator
Subs
Jason Mate Chris Magill Laurie
Jones
$290 $200 $140
1 Pre-Construction Meeting and Document
Review 16 8 8 32 7,360.00$ $ - $ - 7,360.00$ 2 Inspection 920 920 184,000.00$ $ - $ - 184,000.00$ 3 Closeout 84 8 56 11,920.00$ 11,920.00$
4 Office Support 120 120 16,800.00$ 16,800.00$
5 Material Testing Services N/A -$ 20,171.00$ 20,171.00$ 3,025.65$ 23,196.65$ Subtotal 24 976 128 1,128 220,080.00 $ 20,171.00 $ 20,171.00 $ 3,025.65 $ 243,276.65$ Notes:
1. Hours based on the RFP request and broken down.
2. Overtime not included in this cost estimate. Any OT would be billed per MNS Standard Fee Schedule.
Subs
Mark Up
15%
Total Fee
Construction Inspection Services
Project No. SS-5201-1 & Project No. SS-5120-2
City of Camarillo
Task Task Description Total
Hours
Total Labor
Costs
Subtotal
Subs
NV5
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
Form Approved April 2021 B-1
EXHIBIT B
KEY PERSONNEL & COMPENSATION
1. Consultant’s designated representative(s) who are authorized to act on its behalf and to make all decisions in connection with the performance of services under this Agreement is Joe Pope, PE, Vice President of Construction Management Water.
2. Total compensation under this Agreement, including reimbursement for actual expenses, may not exceed: $243,276.65.
KEY PERSONNEL:
Name Title/Position
Chris Magill Senior Construction Inspector
SUBCONSULTANTS:
Name
NV5 West, Inc.
FEE SCHEDULE – See Attached
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
STANDA
RD SCHEDULE OF FE ES
PROJECT/PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Principal-In-Charge .............................. $375 Senior Project/Program Manager ..... 340
Project/Program Manager ................... 290
Assistant Project/Program Manager 265
Senior Project Coordinator .................. 210
Project Coordinator ................................ 175
ENGINEERING
Principal Engineer ................................. $325 Lead Engineer ........................................... 285 Supervising Engineer ............................. 270
Senior Project Engineer ........................ 245
Project Engineer ...................................... 220 Associate Engineer ................................. 200 Assistant Engineer .................................. 185
SURVEYING
Principal Surveyor ................................. $295 Lead Surveyor ........................................... 285 Supervising Surveyor ............................. 245
Senior Project Surveyor ........................ 220
Project Surveyor ...................................... 195 Associate Project Surveyor .................. 185
Assistant Project Surveyor ................... 170
Party Chief (PW) ....................................... 200 Chainperson (PW) ................................... 170 One-Person Survey Crew (PW) ........... 240
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
CADD Manager ...................................... $210 Supervising Technician ......................... 185
Senior Technician .................................... 175 Engineering Technician ......................... 140
CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Principal Construction Manager ...... $360
Senior Construction Manager ............ 310
Senior Resident Engineer ..................... 285
Resident Engineer ................................... 275 Structure Representative ...................... 270
Construction Manager .......................... 250
Assistant Resident Engineer ................ 220
Sr. Construction Inspector (PW) ....... 200
Construction Inspector (PW) ............. 188
Office Administrator .............................. 140
PLANNING
Practice Lead ........................................... $300 Senior Technical Specialist.................... 265
Technical Specialist ................................. 240 Principal Planner/Scientist .................... 200
Senior Planner/Scientist......................... 185
Associate Planner/Scientist .................. 155
Assistant Planner/Scientist/Monitor . 135
Planning Technician/Field Monitor ... 110
Senior GIS Technician ............................. 175 GIS Technician ........................................... 135 Labor Compliance Officer ..................... 160
Labor Compliance Analyst .................... 120
Senior Housing Manager ...................... 225
Housing Manager .................................... 185 Principal Housing Analyst ..................... 165
Senior Housing Analyst ......................... 140
Housing Analyst ....................................... 110
GOVERNMENT SERVICES
City Engineer .......................................... $280 Deputy City Engineer ............................. 250
Assistant City Engineer ......................... 235
Plan Check Engineer .............................. 195
Permit Engineer ....................................... 185 City Inspector ........................................... 175 Senior City Inspector (PW) ................. 200
City Inspector (PW) ................................. 188 Principal Stormwater Specialist ......... 240
Senior Stormwater Specialist .............. 210
Stormwater Specialist ............................ 180
Stormwater Technician ......................... 160
Building Official ....................................... 275 Senior Building Inspector ..................... 210
Building Inspector ................................... 185 Senior Grant Writer ................................ 200 Grant Writer .............................................. 190 Associate Grant Writer .......................... 170
Assistant Grant Writer ........................... 155
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Senior Management Analyst ............ $210
Management Analyst ............................ 180
IT Technician ............................................. 150 Graphics/Visualization Specialist ....... 160
Administrative Assistant ....................... 110
DIRECT EXPENSES
Use of outside consultants as well as copies, blueprints, survey stakes, monuments, computer plots, telephone, travel (out of a rea) and all similar charges directly connected with the work will be charged at cost plus fifteen percent (15%). Mileage will be charged at the current federal mileage reimbursement rate.
PREVAILING WAGE RATES
Rates shown with Prevailing Wage “(PW)” annotation are used for field work on projects subject to federal or state prevailing wage law and are subject to increases per DIR.
OVERTIME
Overtime for non-exempt employees will be charged at 1.5 x hourly rate; overtime for exempt employees and other classifications will be charged at 1 x hourly rate.
Rev. 10/15/2025
CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
EXHIBIT B
Form Approved April 2021 C-1
EXHIBIT C
INSURANCE
1. Required Insurance. Before commencing any services, Consultant must procure and maintain in full force and effect during the term of this Agreement the following types of insurance with at least the minimum coverage listed and subject to the applicable additional requirements set forth below:
Type of Insurance Limits
Commercial General Liability $1,000,000 / $2,000,000 (occurrence/aggregate) Business Automobile Liability $1,000,000 combined single Workers’ Compensation Statutory Requirements
Professional Liability $1,000,000
2. Insurance Rating. All insurance required to be maintained by Consultant must be issued by companies licensed by or admitted to conduct insurance business in the State of California by the California Department of Insurance and must have a rating of A- or better and Financial Size Category Class VII or better by the latest edition of A.M. Best’s Key Rating Guide, unless otherwise approved by District’s legal counsel.
3. Commercial General Liability Insurance. The commercial general liability insurance must meet or exceed the requirements of Insurance Services Office (ISO) form CG 00 01, and must be provided on a per occurrence basis for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. The policy must include contractual liability that has not been amended. The insurance must be on an “occurrence” not a “claims made” basis. Defense costs must be paid in addition to limits. There must be no cross- liability exclusion for claims or suits by one insured against another. The insurance must include a waiver of subrogation applicable to the insurance or self -insurance, a primary and non- contributory endorsement, and an additional insured endorsement, all in favor of the City of Camarillo/Camarillo Sanitary District, its officers, employees and agents, and volunteers; blanket endorsements are acceptable. Any endorsement restricting standard ISO “insured contract” language will not be accepted.
4. Business Automobile Insurance. The business automobile insurance coverage must be at least as broad as ISO Business Auto Coverage form CA 00 01, covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities of the Consultant arising out of or in connection with the services to be performed under this Agreement, including coverage for any owned, hired, non-owned or rented vehicles, in an amount stated above per combined single limit for each accident. Such insurance must include a waiver of subrogation applicable to the insurance or self -insurance, and a primary and non- contributory endorsement, and an additional insured endorsement, all in favor of the City of Camarillo/Camarillo Sanitary District, its officers, employees and agents, and volunteers; blanket endorsements are acceptable.
5. Workers’ Compensation. If Consultant has any employees, Consultant must maintain workers’ compensation insurance (statutory limits) and employer’s liability insurance (with limits of at least $1,000,000). Such insurance must include a waiver of subrogation endorsement in favor of the City of Camarillo/Camarillo Sanitary District, its officers, employees, agents, and volunteers; a blanket endorsement is acceptable.
6. Professional Liability (Errors & Omissions) Insurance. The professional liability insurance must cover the services to be performed under this Agreement. The coverage must be provided on a CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
Form Approved April 2021 C-2
“claims made” basis. Consultant must maintain continuous coverage through a period not less than three years after the completion of the services required under this Agreement.
7. Umbrella or Excess Liability Insurance. If an excess or umbrella liability policy is used to meet minimum limit requirements, the insurance must provide coverage at least as broad as specified for the underlying coverages. Any such coverage provided under an umbrella or excess liability poli cy must include a “drop- down provision” requiring the policy to respond in the event that any primary insurance that would otherwise have applied proves to be uncollectable in whole or in part for any reason. Coverage must be provided on a “pay -on-behalf” basis, with defense costs payable in addition to policy limits. There may be no cross -liability exclusion precluding coverage for claims or suits by one insured against another. The policy must “follow form” to the underlying primary policy.
Coverage must be applicable to all insureds under the primary policies. The insurance must contain or be endorsed to contain a waiver of subrogation applicable to the insurance or self -insurance, and a primary and non- contributory endorsement for the benefit of District . The scope of coverage provided is subject to approval of District following receipt of the required proof of insurance.
8. Contractor’s Limitations and Endorsements. The Consultant’s insurance policies must not include any endorsements or provisions that limit coverage for the following risks: explosion, collapse, or underground hazards (XCU); products and completed operations; pollution liability; and contractual liability. These coverages must be specifically included without any exclusions, modifications, or restrictions that would limit the scope of protection otherwise afforded by the basic policies. Any endorsement or exclusion that reduces or eliminates coverage for the above- listed risks is unacceptable.
9. Deductibles and Self-Insured Retention. Any deductibles or self -insured retentions applicable to the insurance policies required under this Agreement must be declared to and approved by District .
In no event may any required insurance policy have a deductible, self -insured retention or other similar policy provision in excess of $50,000 without prior written approval by District in its sole discretion. At the option of District, either the insurer will reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self- insured retentions with respect to the District’s additional insureds or Consultant will procure a bond guaranteeing payment of any losses, damages, expenses, costs or settlements up to the amount of such deductibles or self-insured retentions.
10. Certificates of Insurance and Endorsements; Notice of Termination or Changes to Policies .
Prior to commencing any services under this Agreement, Consultant must file with the District certificates of insurance and endorsements evidencing the existence of all insurance required by this Agreement, along with such other evidence of insurance or certified copies of policies as may reasonably be required by District . These certificates of insurance and endorsements must be in a form approved by the District’s legal counsel. Consultant must maintain current certificates and endorsements on file with District during the term of this Agreement reflecting the existence of all required insurance. Each of the certificates must expressly provide that no material change in the policy, or termination or cancellation of the required coverage, will be effective except upon 30 days’ prior written notic e to District by certified mail, return receipt requested (except for nonpayment for which a 10- day notice is required). The delivery to District of any certificates of insurance or endorsements that do not comply with the requirements of this Agreement will not waive the Districts right to require compliance. In the event that Consultant’s policies are materially changed, Consultant must provide the District with at least 30 days’ prior written notice of the applicable changes. District reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies at any time.
11. Failure to Maintain Required Insurance. If Consultant, for any reason, fails to have in place at all times during the term of this Agreement all of the required insurance coverage, the District may, but is not obligated to, obtain such coverage at Consultant’s expense and deduct the cost from the sums due Consultant. Alternatively, District may terminate the Agreement.
12. Effect of Coverage . The existence of the required insurance coverage under this Agreement will not be deemed to satisfy or limit Consultant’s indemnity obligations under this Agreement. Consultant acknowledges that the insurance coverage and policy limits set forth in this Agreement constitute the CSD Agreement No. 2025-15
Form Approved April 2021 C-3
minimum coverage and policy limits required. Should any coverage carried by the Consultant or any subcontractor of any tier have limits of liability that exceed the limits or have broader coverage than required in this Agreement, those higher limits and that broader coverage are deemed to apply for the benefit of any person or organization included as an additional insured and those limits and broader coverage will become the required minimum limits and insurance coverage in all sections of this Agreement. Any insurance proceeds available to District in excess of the limits and coverages required by this Agreement, and which is applicable to a given loss, must be made available to District to compensate it for such losses.
13. Required Insurance for Subconsultants/Subcontractors . Consultant agrees to ensure that any subconsultants/subcontractors providing services under this Agreement provide the same minimum insurance coverage and endorsements required of Consultant . Consultant agrees to review and monitor all such coverage and assumes responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided in conformity with the requirements of this Agreement.
14. Right to Revise Insurance Specifications . District reserves the right to change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving Consultant at least 90 days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantial additional cost to Consultant , the parties may renegotiate Consultant’s compensation.
15. Timely Notice of Claims. Consultant must give District prompt notice of claims made of lawsuits initiated that arise out of or result from Consultant’s performance under this Agreement, and that involve or may involve coverage under any of the required liability insurance policies CSD Agreement No. 2025-15