PROPOSAL FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Assistance with MS4 NPDES Industrial and
Commercial Facilities Program, FOG Program, and
WQMP and BMPs Review
Submitted to:
Mr. Vincenzo Barnese
City of Garden Grove - Public Works Department
11222 Acacia Parkway
Garden Grove, CA 92840
Submitted by:
Pyramid Group International Inc.
Laguna Hills, CA
PYRAMID GROUP
INTERNATIONALI
4 June 2026
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Introduction ..2
2. Scope of Services .....2
TASK 1. MS4 NPDES Industrial and Commercial Facilities Program Assistance...2 TASK 2. Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) Program Inspections and Compliance Assistance..
TASK 3. Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) and BMP Review Services ..... 3 TASK 4. Environmental Compliance and Emergency Response Support ...4
3. Schedule.... ..4
4. Fee and Billing. ....5
5. Insurance.. .......5
6. Conclusion ....6
1. INTRODUCTION
Pyramid Group International, Inc. (Pyramid) is pleased to submit this proposal to assist the City of Garden Grove (City) Public Works Department with professional environmental and regulatory compliance services.
Pyramid's team has extensive experience supporting municipal clients in providing professional environmental compliance, inspection, regulatory, and technical support services to assist in meeting federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, and coordination with local and state regulatory agencies, including the Santa Ana Regional Water Quality Control Board.
This proposal was prepared for assisting with the City's environmental compliance programs, including Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit requirements, Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) program implementation, Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) review, Best Management Practice (BMP) review, and environmental emergency response support. The total cost shall not exceed $250,000 per year.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES
TASK 1. MS4 NPDES INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL FACILITIES
PROGRAM ASSISTANCE
The objective of this task is to provide technical and field support to assist City staff in implementing the City's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) permit requirements related to industrial and commercial facility inspections, compliance tracking, and documentation. Services will include:
• Reviewing the City's current inspection program, database, and reporting tools.
• Assisting with the identification of facilities requiring inspection or follow-up. • Conducting field inspections of industrial and commercial facilities for MS4 compliance.
• Documenting inspection findings, violations, and recommended corrective actions.
• Preparing summary reports and updating inspection tracking data to support annual NPDES reporting.
• Providing technical support and regulatory liaison assistance as needed with the Regional Water Quality Control Board.
2 Note: The number of facilities and inspection duration will vary. Therefore, the proposed work will be performed on a time-and-materials basis to allow flexibility as needed, up to the total project budget limit.
TASK 2. FATS, OILS AND GREASE (FOG) PROGRAM INSPECTIONS AND
COMPLIANCE ASSISTANCE
Pyramid will assist the City in implementing and maintaining its Fats, Oils and Grease (FOG) Control Program to help prevent sanitary sewer overflows, protect wastewater infrastructure, and ensure compliance with local sewer use requirements. Services will focus on inspections, compliance verification, documentation, and technical assistance for regulated facilities. Services will include:
• Inspection of food service establishments and other facilities subject to FOG requirements.
• Evaluation of grease interceptors, grease traps, and associated pretreatment equipment.
• Review of maintenance records, manifests, and cleaning documentation. • Identification of compliance deficiencies and recommended corrective actions.
Preparation of inspection reports and enforcement documentation.
Follow-up inspections and compliance verification.
• Assistance with FOG program database management and recordkeeping.
TASK 3. WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT PLAN (WQMP) AND BMP
REVIEW SERVICES
Pyramid will provide technical review and engineering support for development projects requiring compliance with stormwater quality regulations. The purpose of this task is to assist the City in evaluating proposed and constructed stormwater treatment measures, Low Impact Development (LID) features, and Best Management Practices (BMPs) to ensure compliance with applicable municipal, regional, and state requirements. Services will include:
Post-Construction Review
• Review of permanent treatment control BMPs.
• Evaluation of operation and maintenance requirements. 3 • Review of post-construction stormwater compliance documentation. • Site visits as needed to verify BMP implementation.
• Assistance with project closeout and regulatory documentation.
TASK 4. ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE
SUPPORT
Pyramid will provide on-call technical and field support to assist the City in responding to environmental incidents, illicit discharges, spills, stormwater complaints, and other regulatory compliance matters. Services will be available on an as-needed basis to help protect public health, water quality, and the City's compliance with applicable environmental regulations.
Services may include:
Emergency response assistance for spills, unauthorized discharges, and water quality incidents.
• Site investigations and field assessments.
• Documentation and regulatory reporting support.
• Coordination with regulatory agencies and emergency responders. • Preparation of incident reports and corrective action recommendations. • Technical support during enforcement actions and compliance investigations.
• Assistance with public complaints and environmental compliance inquiries.
After-hours support as requested bv the Cit
3. SCHEDULE
Work will commence upon the City's Notice to Proceed. Pyramid will provide ongoing support over an estimated 12-month period, as directed by City staff. 4 4. FEE AND BILLING
The total cost for the proposed scope of work shall not exceed $250,000 and will be billed on a time-and-materials basis in accordance with Pyramid's 2026 Fee Schedule (attached).
Task Number Task Description Estimated Budget
1 MS4 Industrial & Commercial Inspections $185,000
2 FOG Program Inspections $35,000
3 WOMP & BMP Review $20,000
4 Emergency Response Support $10,000
Total Not-to-Exceed $250,000
Invoices will be submitted monthly based on actual labor hours and approved reimbursable expenses. Any adjustments to scope or cost will be coordinated in advance with City staff.
5. INSURANCE
Pyramid maintains all required insurance coverage, including general liability, professional liability, and automobile insurance. A Certificate of Insurance is attached to this proposal for the City's records.
5 6. CONCLUSION
Pyramid Group International, Inc. is committed to providing the City of Garden Grove with responsive, professional, and high-quality environmental consulting services.
We look forward to partnering with the City of Garden Grove and providing the professional expertise, regulatory knowledge, and field support necessary to successfully implement these important environmental programs.
Thank you for your consideration.
Respectfully submitted,
PYRAMID GROUP INTERNATIONAL, INC.
MintSaadch
Najib Saadeh
President
Direct: 949.280.4903
Attachments
Attachment 1
Pyramid 2026 Fee Schedule
Pyramid Group International, Inc.
2026 FEE SCHEDULE
PERSONNEL CHARGES TRAVEL
Vehicles used on project assignments will be
The chane or at peo rei for t charged at $75 per day. Mileage is billed at the urrent rate established by the Interna
Revenue Service plus 15%. Per Diem is billed at
a unit cost of $60 per day. Airfare, lodging
rental cars and associated expenses are billed
Labor Classification Hourly Rate FIELD EQUIPMENT
Jr. Staff Engineer/Scientist $140 Field Equipment is billed at standard unit costs.
Staff Engineer/Scientist $155 Rate schedules are available upon request.
Sr Staff Engineer/Scientist $175
Project Engineer/Scientist - 1 $195
Project Engineer/Scientist - II $205 SUBCONTRACTORS AND REIMBURSABLES Sr Project Engineer/Scientist - I $215
Sr Project Engineer/Scientist - II $260 The costs of subcontractors, materials, Principal $300 equipment rental and costs incurred will be Project Assistant $150 charged at cost plus 15%.
Techniciar $150
Drafter $155
Sr Technician $155
Compliance Inspector $150 OTHER PROJECT CHARGES
Technical Editor $140 The cost of additional report reproduction and Emergency response will be charged at a rate of 1.5
times the standard hourly rate. copies supplied.
When PGI Staff appear as expert witnesses at court
trials, mediation, arbitration hearings or SHIPPING CHARGES AND POSTAGE depositions, their time will be charged at 2.0 times
the standard rate. hipping charges include couriers and postage 'hey are charged at cost plus 15%
All time spent preparing for such trials, hearings, and depositions, will be charged at the standard hourly
The Fee Schedule is adjusted each year to reflect the economic changes for the new year.
The new schedule will apply to existing and new assignments.
Attachment 2
Certificate of Insurance
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3/12/2026
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