Bid for
Biosolids Hauling
for
CITY OF MANTECA
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ADDENDUM NO. 1
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REQUEST
FOR
PROPOSALS
BIOSOLIDS HAULING
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This Addendum No. 1 shall become a part of the Contract and all provisions of the Contract shall apply thereto.
Bidder shall acknowledge receipt of Addendum Number I by signature and enclosure along with their Proposal Package.
ADDENDUM NO. I
PRICING
All proposal costs shall be formatted in cost per wet ton based on location transported, type of disposal, and fuel surcharge. Weekly average from OPUS must be attached when figuring Fuel Surcharge. Location of disposal and type of disposal selection criteria shall be explained. If compost and or land application is to be used year round please explain storage capacity as the City has limited storage.
The City will allow the Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Update - U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) website to be used as an alternative to OPUS. Proposal must identify which source they are using.
This Addendum No. 1, pages 1 through 2, shall become part of the Request for Proposal, Contract and all provisions of the Contract shall apply thereto.
The Contract Time is not changed.
The Proposal Due Date is not changed by this addendum.
Proposers shall acknowledge receipt of Addendum Number 1 by signature below. The signed acknowledgement shall be enclosed and submitted to the City with their proposal package at the Time the Proposals are due, no later than 3:00 PM on February 6, 2024.
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Table of Contents
Section I Transmittal LetterSection 2 Technical Approach to Scope of Services Section 3 Experience, Qualifications and References
Section 4 Proposer’s Staff
Section 5 Proposer’s Information Form — Appendix B
Section 6 Cost Proposal Pricing Sheet — Appendix D
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Section I — Transmittal Letter
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
City of MantecaCit Clerk’s OfficeDustin Valiquette, Public \Xbrks Operations Manager 1001 \X Center Street
Manteca, CA 95337
Re: RFP For Biosolids Hauling
Dear PvIr. Valiquette:Synagro \Vest, LLC (Svnagro) is pleased to respond to the Cit of Manteca’s Request for Proposals forBiosolids Hauling. We have enclosed for your review our completed bid package and required information.
Having been in business for over 42 years, Synagro is one of the largest residuals management companies inthe country with over 650 municipal and industrial customers and operations in 38 states and Canada. \X’eprovide various residuals management services to numerous water and wastewater treatment plants throughout California and have extensive equipment and personnel resources in place to successfully complete this project for the city.
Project CommitmentIn over 42 years Synagro has managed ten \Xè pledge to the city our commitment that we will provide complete professional services. This proposal shall be valid for a 90-day period. Additionally, Synagro will obtain a cliv of Manteca business license if it does not already possess one.
Compliance With Terms and Conditions:
Svnagro is willing to comply with the terms and conditions of the contract. However, we would like to pointout that the following questions were timely submitted but not answered. Should the City select Synagro as its preferred service provider, we would recommend consideration of the modifications below, which would be in the best interest of both parties. Question #3 regarding the provision of PFAS information can beaccomplished through alternate channels.
2. 1 Viii the cit’ consider modiin the periodfor cancellation oj’contmctJr convenience to 180 dajr? Since eitherpar’ maj’ terninate, it is in the best interest ofthe cizy to have adequate time to make alternate arran8ementsjbr biosolidsmanagement and a/so oflirs the contractor adequate time to reallocate its /inite capaci to otherenerators.
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3. Will the ciO provide the bidde,:i with all PEAS / PFOA or other 40 CFR 503 Reu/ated Mate,iaii testi1g data /br the last lOjearc, fanal/able?Are there plans bj the City to test the materials articulated within the Scope of IFork/r PE/IS / PFOA or other 40 CFR 503 Regulated \Iate,ials durin the durntion ofthe pivposed contract qgreement?
4. IJ’ill the Ci”j’ qgree to modi/j Section 1.5 ofthe Provided Sample Contnict 4greement to stibulate that P,vress Pajments are to be made “30 dqys upon receipt ofpropeiy5’forinatted invoice “ removing the terni “30 daj’s a/icr appivval ofmonthfj’ invoice bj City Staff’?
5. Contractor requests the addition ofSection 31. Force Majeure 31 ReiefforForce Majeure/Uncontroliable Circumstances; Change in Law Neither Patyy shall be liable to the other Party/br breach orjbrjiiilure or dc/a3’ in the pe/brmance ofits obligations hereunder caused bj’ aqj’ act or occuivence beyond its reasonable controi including, but not limited to:jires;jioods; strikes (except an)’ strikes involvin,g a Partj’ cpersonnel); a change in Federal State, or local law or ordinance; orders orjuqgments ofanj’ Federa4 State or local court, administrative ageny or,governmental bodj; chaige in permitconditions or requirements, accidents; extreme weather conditions including,for example, hurricanes, tornadoes, unusualfy hih amounts ofpreciitation, unusual extremes oftemperature or wind, or unusualfy extendedperiods ofadverse weather conditions; acts ofwa,; ag,gression or terrorism (/breign or domes/it); riot, insurrection; equzbmentjiiilure (other than du e to the inadequate maintenance thereoj); and acts ofGod. It is ipec/Ical/i’ understood that, without limitation, none ofthejbllowi,g acti events or circumstances shall constitute an act or occurrence beyond a Party ‘r reasonable control (z) reasonab/y antic5bated weather conditio,,s no,na/jbr the redion in which the work ispei/bmied or ‘ii) aiy fiulure to paj ai’ sums in accordance with the terms oj’this Contract. IF’heiiever the pevinsions ofthis Section are believed to app/y, the Patyy re/ying thereon shallgive prompt notice to the other Party ofthe cinwmstances, the basis jbr applicability ofthis Section and the time required to cure such breach or delaj Contractor shallprompt/j’ pivvide notice ofthe need /faqy,/br additional compensation orjor renedotiation of terms in order to mitigate the effic/s ofsuchevent or to comp,/y with a chan,ge in law or regulation or inleipretation thereof Contractor shall be entitled to additionaltime and compensation /fsuch event delaj’s peijbl7nance into a season di//irent/vm that assumed when this Contract was executed Contractor and City shall use reasonable best cf/br/s to agree on appropriate mitgatiig actions under thecircumstances.
6. Contractor requests the addition ofSection 32 to the Contract -Mutual Waiver of6onsequential Damages .32 Mutual Waiver ofConsequendalDamages -Neitherparty shall be liablejbr consequential orpunitive damqges on aiy claims arising out ofthe pe/brmance or ,ion-pe.formance of obl/gations under the Contract.” Svnagro appreciates this opportunity. Should you have any questions regarding our submittal or require any additional information, please contactJohn Pugliaresi at (650) 219-6380 or jpugIiaresisynagro.com. \Ve look fonvard to hearing from you soon.
Warm regards
Emil Kneis, Sales Support ManagerSynagro West, LLC
435 \X’iUiams Court Suite 100
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Delegation of Authority
Emil Kneis
I, Robert Preston, Director and President of Synagro Technologies, Inc. and all its affiliates and subsidiaries, hereby delegate to you, Emil Kneis, Sales Support Manager, authority to sign as an officer or as an authorized person binding bids,awarded contracts, contract renewals, contract extensions, bid bonds and performance bonds. Also, I delegate to you the authority to sign as an officer or as an authorized person any business-related applications and other agreements as necessary to provide uninterrupted service to current and new customers.
Such authority does not alter our internal approval processes. This delegation ofauthority is valid from the date of this letter until revoked by me.
Robert PrestonDirector and President
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Section 2 — Technical Approach to Scope of Services
Synagro’s work plan is designed to reliably and sustainablv manage the dexvatered biosolids generated by theCity of Manteca wastewater treatment facthtv. The work plan is as follows:
Loading and Transportation of biosolids:
Biosolids will be loaded into aluminum end dump trailers attached to semi-trucks. Loading will be performedeither by city personnel or by drivers who are experienced and qualified to operate wheel loaders provided by the city. The trailers have gasketed tailgates and are tarped prior to leaving the facility, in accordance with California Public Health and Safe Requirements for the transportation of biosohds. The biosolids will be transferred to any of the four facilities listed in the biosohds end use section below.
All dnvers are required to understand the characteristics and hazards associated with transporting biosolids.
They are required to complete an orientation program with specific emphasis on safety and emergency response. All transporters are required to maintain a written spill response plan in their vehicles.Beneficial End Use of Biosolids:
Biosolids will be delivered to any of the 4 following end use sites. All of these sites are either owned by Synagro or under permit issued to and in operational control of Svnagro. This ensures that the City’sbiosolids will not be denied delivery as could happen with sites controlled by third parties(i.e. landfills). All of the programs listed below fully comply with the provisions of SB 1383 which requires the diversion of organic waste from landfrlls. - Synagro Central Valley Compost Facility — Dos Palos, Merced County, CA — conversion of biosolids to class A EQ compost which is resold In the local agricultural market. This facility is available year-round, including inclement weather. - Liberty Compost Facility — Lost Hills, CA - conversion of biosolids to class A EQ compost which is resold in the local agricultural market. This facility is available year-round, including inclementweather. - Merced Couty Land Application Program — Merced County, CA land application of class B biosohds for beneficial agricultural use in accordance with 4OCFR Section 503 and the California General Order for the management of biosolids. - Silva Ranch Land Application Program — Herald, CA - land application of class B biosolids for beneficial agricultural use in accordance with 4OCFR Section 503 and the California General Order for the management of biosolids. The site is available year-round and includes a permitted 7-day storage and staging facthty to allow for delivery of material during inclement weather.
Benefits of Land Application and Composting - Carbon sequestration through incorporation of biosolids - Provides soil nutrients and micronutrients that promote healthy soil. - Reduces or eliminates the need for commercial fertilizer which requires fossil fuel and is energy intensive to produce. - Provides economic benefit to marginal farming operations by increasing yield without the cost of commercial fertilizers.
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1 Founded in 1986, Svnagro’s core business is the environmentally sound and economically viable management of municipal
biosolids, including project development, operations and biosolids product distribution. Through this focus, Svnagro has grown to beNorth America’s leading provider of high-quality, cost-effective biosohds management and beneficial use solutions.
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Section 3 — Experience, Qualifications and References
Biosolids
Management
Experience
40+ year
Svnagro annually manages more than 14 million tons of wastewater biosolids and other organic by-products. Synagro employs a team of 1000+ professional engineers, soil scientists, agronomists, construction managers, financial managers and the largest, most diverse operational staff in the industry. Our team is dedicated to working withour clients to find the right solution to their organic residuals management challenges. Svnagro, and its subsidiaries, are at the forefront of the environmental movement to safely process and market organic residual materials for beneficial uses.
Synagro owns no proprietary technology which enables us to offer nearly all commercially viable processing options and product marketing channels for biosolids and organic residuals and allows us to develop projects that fit a municipality’s unique needs. Our breadth of experience developing, building, financing as necessary, and operating and maintaining the complete range of biosolids options listed below is unique to Synagro. • 1-leat-drying and pelletization • Mobile dewatering• Composting • Land application and reclamation• Incineration • Lagoon and digester cleaning • Digestion • Alkaline stabilization
• Product marketing & distribution • Rail transportation• Devatering (installation and operation) Svnagro currently operates 14 heat-drying facilities, three thermal processing facilities serving multiple regional generators, seven composting facilities (six of which provide capacity for numerous generators), more than a dozen alkaline stabthzation facilities, and in excess of 75 permanent and mobile dewatering facilities.
In addition, we provide final product distribution as a key component of many of these projects. Our Product Sales and Marketing team is responsible for successfully managing approximately 300,000 tons per year of AUGro® compost and 170,000 tons of Granuhte® fertilizer pellets (heat-dried biosohds). We have an unrivalled understanding of the markets for these products and continuously work to broaden the suite ofoutlets for these materials. As an example, Svnagro pioneered the use of heat-dried biosolids as an alternative fuel resource in cement manufacturing. When Synagro operates a facility, we include product distribution services in our operation; however, we also work with mumcipallv operated facilities to assist in managing their products.
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Manteca References
Agency Name Stockton, CA, City of
2500 Navy Drive, Stockton, CA
Ah Gharegozloo, P.E. Ali.Gharegozloo(li2stocktonca.gov
Phone 209-937-8787
Length of Contract 5 years with 2 five-year options to extend Years of service 1998 to present
Annual Contract Value S2.4 million to S3.9 millilon
Type of service : Load, transport and land application or composung of class b biosolids, lagoon dredge, dewater, transport and land apply biosolids, digester cleaning, emergency temporary dewatering
Agency Name East Bay Municipal Utility District
2020 Wake Avenue, Oakland, CARebecca Overacre, PE. Overacre, Rebecca <[email protected]>Phone 510-287-1251 Length of Contract 5 years
Years of service 2017 to presentAnnual Contract Value $2.8 millionType of service Load, transport and land application or composng of class b biosolids Agency Name Roseville, CA, City of
1800 Booth Road, Roseville, CA
Bryan Buchanan, P.E. bbuchananrose11e.ca.us
Phone 916-746-1812 Fax 916-746-1832
Length of Contract 5 yearsAnnual Contract Value $1.7 million Years of service 2005 to present
Type of service Transportaon and land application and/or composting of class b biosolids
Agency Name Union Sanitary District
5872 Bettencourt Drive Union City, A
Armando Lopez, P.E> [email protected]
Phone 510-477-7517
Length of Contract 3 years
Years of service 1991 to presentAnnual Contract Value $1.5 million Type of service Transportation and land application and/or composting of class b biosolids
Agency Name Delta Diablo Sanitary District
2600 Pittsburg-Antioch Highway, Antioch, A
Joaquin Gonzalez, P.E. [email protected]
925-756-1971
Length of Contract 3 years
Years of service 1991 to present
Annual contract value: $900,000
Type of service : Transportation and land application and/or composung of class b biosohds
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Section 4 — Proposer’s StaffKEY PERSONNEL BIOS
John Puglitresi, Sr. Area Sales Manager
John Pugliaresi is Svnagro’s West Region sales director. He is responsible for providing strategic guidance to our municipal and industrial customers in Arizona, California, Colorado, Oregon, and Washington to develop both facility- and services-based, environmentally sustainable, solutions for their biosolids management needs.
He has more than 30 years of expenence in this field. His areas of expertise include finance and accounting,operations management, and sales.
In a previous role with the company, he was responsible for the development of operations and maintenancefor all Synagro projects throughout the West Region.
Prior to Synagro, John served in a series of environmental services roles of increasing responsibihty withNorcal Solid Waste Systems, USA Waste Services, and \X’aste Management.
J P has a bachelor’s degree in accounting from the University of California, Berkeley.
Jerry Havens. Project Manager
Jerry Havens has been with Synagro for over 20 years and has been the site manager of Synagro’s Central Valley Compost (CVC) in Dos Palos for the past 10 years. He is responsible for all aspects of the composting operation at CVC, which is a windrow facility compostmg biosolids and green waste, making an EQ compost material.
In keeping with Synagro’s commitment to staying at the forefront of the compost processing industry,Jerry has been involved with the US Compostmg Council courses to obtain the best knowledge to generate EQmaterial. Before being involved with the composting operation with Svnagro,Jerrv was with the transport side of Svnagro in Corona, Chino, Bakersfield and Fresno dispatching material to the Los Angeles area and Central VaHey farmers.
Simranpreet Kaur, Area Diector
As the Area Director of Synagro’s \Vest region, Simranpreet Kaur responsibilities include operations management of current projects and to provide strategic growth for the business by developing most costefficient planning and solutions; maintain strong relationships with current and future customers; preparepermit applications, nutrient management plan and maps for land-application sites; and understand the needsof customers, farmers, regulators and sub-contractors on daily basis for successful operations of the projects,land application of biosolids and create best possible solutions.
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interpretation. She developed Integrated Pest Management techniques to control ghphosate-resistant Giant Ragweed (Ambrosia T,i/ida throughout the growing season. Sirni’s published five research papers during this time in renowned agricultural journals.
Simi holds an MS in Agronomy from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and a BS in Crop Science from the Punjab Agricultural University in Punjab, India.
Bruce MacLeod, Technical Services Director
As Technical Services Director of Svnagro’s Central and \\‘est regions, Bruce MacLend is responsible for overseeing land acquisition, permitting, monitoring, reporting, public relations, and monitoring of regulatorychanges/developments. Bruce supervises the Technical Services Management staff which interfaces withregulatory agencies, farmers and residuals generators to implement land application and other beneficial use programs. He assures the quahtv of Synagro’s beneficial use programs and assists with strategic planning, development and operations management.Bruce has been with Synagro since 1992. Prior to joining the company, he managed a large full-service farm service cooperative. Bruce holds a Bachelor of Science in Crop Science from the University of Guelph inOntario, Canada and an MBA with a concentration in Project Management. He is a Certified Crop Adviser, certified by the American Society of Agronomy, and a member of the Ohio Water Environment Association.
This is to certify that any employee or subcontractor assigned to work specifically in a confidential area (as determined by the City) has or will pass a criir al background check. Svnagro, as proposer, will beresponsible for payment of all background checks and security screenings.
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Proposer Information Form
General Information
Business Name: Synagro West, [[CBusiness Type:
Corporation (State of Incorporation IDE ) El Partnership El Sole Proprietorship El Other:
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Business Federal Tax ID Number: 76-0612566DIR Number: 10000949390 subcontractor Y/N N Corporate Headquarters
Address: 435 Williams Court, Suite 100, Baltimore, MD 21220 Local Office (If Applicable)
Address:Authorizing Contact
Name: Emil Kneis Title: Sales Support Manager
Telephone: 410-688-4438 Mobile: 410-688-4438
Email: [email protected]
Primary Contact
Name: John Pugliaresi Title: Sr. Area Sales Manager
Telephone: 650-219-6380 Mobile: 650-219-6380
Email: jpuglieresisynagro.com
Important! - If you will be using subcontractors, please use this form to attach contact information and DIR numbers for each.
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APPLICATION FOR
PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTOR REGISTRATION
Registration Information
Type: Public Works
Period: 07/01/2023 06/30/2024
Contractor Information
Contractor Name: JESS RANCH TRUCKING
Trade Name: JESS RANCH TRUCKING
License Type Number: 1000007356
Contractor Physical Address
Physical Business Country: United States of AmericaPhysical Business Address: 1886 NORTHGATE DR.
Contractor Mailing Address
Mailing Country: United States of AmericaMailing Address: 1886 NORTHGATE DR.
Contact Info
Physical Business City! MANTECA
Province:
Physical Business State: CA
Physical Business Postal 95336
Code:
Mailing City /Province: MANTECA
Mailing State: CA
Mailing Postal Code: 95336
Daytime Phone:
Mobile Phone:
Daytime Phone Ext.:
Business Email:
Applicant’s Email:
[email protected]
[email protected]
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Professional Employer Organization (PEO)
Do you lease employees through Professional Employer Organization? No Workers’ Compensation Overview
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Certification
Yes I certify that I do not have any delinquent liability to an employee or the state for any assessment of back wages or related damages, interest, fines, or penalties pursuant to any final judgment, order, or determination by a court or any federal, state, or local administrative agency, including a confirmed arbitration award Yes I certify that the contractor is not currently debarred under Section 1777.1 or under any other federal or state law providing for the debarment of contractors from public works.
Yes I certify that one of the following is true: (1) I am licensed by the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) in accordance with Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 7000) of the Business and Professions Code; or (2) mybusiness or trade is not subject to licensing by the CSLB.
I understand refunds are not authorized
I, Jerrod Jess, the undersigned, am, JESS RANCH TRUCKING with the authority to act for and on behalf of the above named contractor. I certify under penalty of perjury that all of the above information provided is true and correct. I further acknowledge that any untruthful information provided in this application could result in the certification being canceled.
I certify this on: 9:50 AM
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Legal Entity Type: Sole Proprietorship
Name: JESS RANCH TRUCKING
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Proposal Pricing Sheet
SCHEDULE OF PRICES — BIOSOLIDS LOADING, HAULING AND DISPOSAL The City of Manteca reserves the right to award bid or reject any and all bids.
Unit
Description Quantity Price/ton Price
Biosolids Loading, Hauling and Disposal
. Loading 9,000 Wet Tons $89.87 $808,830.00. Hauling
. Disposal
Fuel surcharge if applicable Surcharge Per Weekly $5.10 average from OPUS must be Gallon attached when figuring Fuel Bidder Informati n:
*FueI surcharge is to be negotiated between Synagro and the City of Manteca using $5.10 per gallon as the base price for calculation of the surcharge
February 2, 2024
Authorized Bidder Signature
Emil Kneis
Date
Name of Authorized Bidder (Printed)
Sales Support Manager
Title of Authorized Bidder (Printed)
Synagro West, LLC
Company Name
435 Williams Court, Suite 100
Street Address
DIR Number: 10000949390
410-688-4438
Phone Number
Baltimore MD
City / State
21220
Zip Code
Authorized Person to initial next to the acknowledgement.
I acknowledge that I have read any addendums to this RFP.
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Addendum Receipt
ADDENDUM RECEIPT
Synagro West, LLC (PROPOSER) acknow’edges it has received and read all of the following Addenda:
Public Works Water Resources, WQCF Division: RFP Bio Solids Hauling Addendum # 1 Signaturel
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