CC 2013-09-10_08.g. Agreements - NCMA Work ProgramMEMORANDUM
TO: CITY COUNCIL
FROM: TERESA MCCLISH, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION OF AN AGREEMENT FOR CONSUL TANT SERVICES
WITH FUGRO CONSULTANTS, INC. AND AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE
AGREEMENT FOR CONSUL TANT SERVICES WITH WATER SYSTEMS
CONSULTING INC. TO CONDUCT QUARTERLY WATER SAMPLING,
PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA 2013
ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED TECHNICAL
SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT
AREA WORK PROGRAM
DATE: SEPTEMBER 10, 2013
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an Agreement for Consultant Services
with Fugro Consulting Inc. ("Fugro"), and
2. approve and authorize the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 4 to the Agreement
for Consultant Services with Water Systems Consulting, Inc. ("WSC").
IMPACT TO FINANCIAL AND PERSONNEL RESOURCES:
The direct cost to produce the annual groundwater monitoring report is $203,897. The cost
is shared among several agencies, of which the City is responsible for approximately 31 %
or $67, 148 ($27,280 for WSC Consulting and $39,868 for Fugro) which is slightly lower
than last year. The budget includes $78,000 forthe work which will be paid from the Water
Fund.
BACKGROUND:
The City has continued to participate with neighboring jurisdictions in the preparation of
required reports and studies concerning the management of the Santa Maria Groundwater
Basin. For the last three years, the City has contracted with WSC and GEi Consultants to
provide engineering and water resource technical services in order to meet court ordered
requirements for the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin, as well as for overall water resource
conjunctive use opportunities. Water sampling and preparation of the annual report is
required by the Court's decision in the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin Adjudication.
Staff has participated with other staff from neighboring jurisdictions to form the Northern
Cities Management Area Technical Advisory Group ("Technical Group") in order to
coordinate water management activities. Every few years the Technical Group has formed
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CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF ANAGREEMENT FOR CONSUL TANT SERVICES WITH FUGRO
CONSULTANTS, INC. AND AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE AGREEMENT FOR
CONSUL TANT SERVICES WITH WATER SYSTEMS CONSUL TING INC. TO CONDUCT
QUARTERLY WATER SAMPLING, PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES
MANAGEMENT AREA 2013 ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT
AREA WORK PROGRAM
SEPTEMBER 10, 2013
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a selection committee and distributed a Request for Proposal (RFP) to solicit proposals for
preparation of the Annual Groundwater Monitoring Reports. This year two proposals were
received and the Technical Group ranked, discussed and ultimately selected Fugro to
prepare the necessary reports (Attachment 1 ). Fugro has participated in the previous year
reports as a subcontractor to GEi Consultants who are now subcontracting to Fugro. The
Technical Group has been satisfied with the work products of both WSC and GEi
consulting and have additionally agreed to pursue the contract with WSC for another year
(Attachment 2). The selection process is outlined in a memorandum in Attachment 3.
ANALYSIS OF ISSUES:
In 2008, a water balance study of the groundwater basin conducted by Todd Engineers
indicated a need to implement a monitoring and reporting program. Such a program was
recommended as a way to more efficiently manage the condition of the water supply in the
groundwater basin. During April 2009, Todd Engineers completed the first Annual
Monitoring Report for the Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) and initiated the
collection of sentry well water quality samples. GEi has prepared reports for 2010, 2011,
and 2012, which have been successfully submitted to the Court. The work program is
substantially the same as that approved for 2012, with some additional analysis and
monitoring recommended, as well as developing information that will support an eventual
groundwater model and salt and nutrient management plan for the NCMA.
WSC's proposal for ongoing support services to the NCMA Technical Group includes
agency and contract coordination and administration, and providing necessary technical
analysis in support of conjunctive use of the area's water resources. Additionally, it
includes project management for the recently approved Integrated Regional Water
Management (IRWM) Planning Grants to improve the characterization of the NCMA and
Nipomo Mesa Management Area (NMMA) portions of the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin
ALTERNATIVES:
The following alternatives are provided for the Council's consideration:
• Approve an Agreement with Fugro Consultants in the amount of $39,868 in
connection with the annual monitoring report for the Santa Maria Groundwater
Basin Adjudication and an amendment to the Agreement with WSC Consultants in
the amount of $27 ,280 for groundwater management and technical studies related
to the NCMA;
• Do not approve the Agreement with Fugro Consultants and/or the amendment to
agreement with WSC; or
• Provide staff direction.
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CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION OF ANAGREEMENT FOR CONSUL TANT SERVICES WITH FUGRO
CONSULTANTS, ·1NC. AND AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE AGREEMENT FOR
CONSUL TANT SERVICES WITH WATER SYSTEMS CONSUL TING INC. TO CONDUCT
QUARTERLY WATER SAMPLING, PREPARATION OF THE NORTHERN CITIES
MANAGEMENT AREA 2013 ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT, AND ASSOCIATED
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT
AREA WORK PROGRAM
SEPTEMBER 10, 2013
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ADVANTAGES:
Implementation of the monitoring and reporting program, including changes in water levels
or quality, will enable the City and its partner jurisdictions to react quickly to any issue
affecting water supply in the groundwater basin. The monitoring program has provided a
mechanism allowing all parties to be better informed with regard to the changing condition
of the basin, and consequently, has allowed for the opportunity for better collaboration
between the City and partner jurisdictions included in the Arroyo Grande Groundwater
Basin Management Agreement.
The Fugro Consulting team includes staff with local experience, a track record of meeting
reporting requirements of adjudicated basins, extensive prior involvement with NCMA and
are well suited to lead the preparation of the 2013 Annual Groundwater Monitoring Report.
WSC has provided valuable expertise for the NCMA Technical Group, including providing
quality assurance/quality control for the annual report, agency coordination and writing two
successful grants for the NCMA agencies. Additionally, WSC coordinates technical
information and provides important analysis for related water planning, including Zone 3
activities and the regional water resource planning efforts of the Integrated Regional Water
Management Plan.
DISADVANTAGES:
By approving the agreement and amended agreement, the City will need to pay its share of
the cost, which is approximately 31 % according to the Arroyo Grande Groundwater Basin
Management Agreement.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
No environmental review is required for this item.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION AND COMMENTS:
The Agenda was posted in front of City Hall on Thursday, September 5, 2013. The
Agenda and staff report were posted on the City's website on Friday, September 6, 2013.
No public comments were received.
Attachments:
1. Consultant Services Agreement (Fugro, Inc.) including proposal
2. Consultant Services Agreement (WSC, Inc.) including proposal
3. NCMA consultant selection memorandum
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ATIACHMENTl
AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES
THIS AGREEMENT is made and effective as of September , 2013, between
Fugro Consultants, Inc. ("Consultant"), and the CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE, a
Municipal Corporation ("City"). In consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions
set forth herein, the parties agree as follows:
1. TERM
This Agreement shall commence on September , 2013 and shall remain
and continue in effect until October __ , 2014, unless sooner terminated pursuant to
the provisions of this Agreement.
2. SERVICES
Consultant shall perform the tasks described and comply with all terms and
provisions set forth in Exhibit "A", attached hereto and incorporated herein by this
reference.
3. PERFORMANCE
Consultant shall at all times faithfully, competently and to the best of his/her
ability, experience and talent, perform all tasks described herein. Consultant shall
employ, at a minimum generally accepted standards and practices utilized by persons
engaged in providing similar services as are required of Consultant hereunder in
meeting its obligations under this Agreement.
4. AGREEMENT ADMINISTRATION
City's Director of Community Development shall represent City in all matters
pertaining to the administration of this Agreement. Paul Sorensen, shall represent
Consultant in all matters pertaining to the administration of this Agreement.
5. PAYMENT
The City agrees to pay the Consultant in accordance with the payment rates and
terms set forth in Exhibit "B", attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
6. SUSPENSION OR TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT WITHOUT CAUSE
(a) The City may at any time, for any reason, with or without cause, suspend
or terminate this Agreement, or any portion hereof, by serving upon the Consultant at
least thirty days prior written notice. Upon receipt of said notice, the Consultant shall
immediately cease all work under this Agreement, unless the notice provides otherwise.
If the City suspends or terminates a portion of this Agreement such suspension or
termination shall not make void or invalidate the remainder of this Agreement.
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(b) In the. event this Agreement is terminated pursuant to this Section, the City
shall pay to Consultant the actual value of the work performed up to the time of
termination, provided that the work performed is of value to the City. Upon termination
of the Agreement pursuant to this Section, the Consultant will submit an invoice to the
City pursuant to Section 5.
7. TERMINATION ON OCCURRENCE OF STATED EVENTS
This Agreement shall terminate automatically on the occurrence of any of the
following events:
(a) Bankruptcy or insolvency of any party;
(b) Sale of Consultant's business; or
(c) Assignment of this Agreement by Consultant without the consent of City.
(d) End of the Agreement term specified in Section 1.
8. DEFAULT OF CONSULTANT
(a) The Consultant's failure to comply with the provisions of this Agreement
shall constitute a default. In the event that Consultant is in default for cause under the
terms of this Agreement, City shall have no obligation or duty to continue compensating
Consultant for any work performed after the date of default and can terminate this
Agreement immediately by written notice to the Consultant. If such failure by the
Consultant to make progress in the performance of work hereunder arises out of causes
beyond the Consultant's control, and without fault or negligence of the Consultant, it
shall not be considered a default.
(b) If the City Manager or his/her delegate determines that the Consultant is in
default in the performance of any of the terms or conditions of this Agreement, he/she
shall cause to be served upon the Consultant a written notice of the default. The
Consultant shall have ten (10) days after service upon it of said notice in which to cure
the default by rendering a satisfactory performance. In the event that the Consultant
fails to cure its default within such period of time, the City shall have the right,
notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement to terminate this Agreement
without further notice and without prejudice to any other remedy to which it may be
entitled at law, in equity or under this Agreement.
9. LAWS TO BE OBSERVED. Consultant shall:
(a) Procure all permits and licenses, pay all charges and fees, and give all
notices which may be necessary and incidental to the due and lawful prosecution of the
services to be performed by Consultant under this Agreement;
(b) Keep itself fully informed of all existing and proposed federal, state and
local laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees which may affect those
engaged or employed under this Agreement, any materials used in Consultant's
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performance under this Agreement, or the conduct of the services under this
Agreement;
(c) At all times observe and comply with, and cause all of its employees to
observe and comply with all of said laws, ordinances, regulations, orders, and decrees
mentioned above;
(d) Immediately report to the City's Contract Manager in writing any
discrepancy or inconsistency it discovers in said laws, ordinances, regulations, orders,
and decrees mentioned above in relation to any plans, drawings, specifications, or
provisions of this Agreement.
(e) The City, and its officers, agents and employees, shall not be liable at law
or in equity occasioned by failure of the Consultant to comply with this Section.
10. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS
(a) Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to
sales, costs, expenses, receipts, and other such information required by City that relate
to the performance of services under this Agreement. Consultant shall maintain
adequate records of services provided in sufficient detail to permit an evaluation of
services. All such records shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted
accounting principles and shall be clearly identified and readily accessible. Consultant
shall provide free access to the representatives of City or its designees at reasonable
times to such books and records; shall give City the right to examine and audit said
books and records; shall permit City to make transcripts therefrom as necessary; and
shall allow inspection of all work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to
this Agreement. Such records, together with supporting documents, shall be maintained
for a period of three (3) years after receipt of final payment.
(b) Upon completion of, or in the event of termination or suspension of this
Agreement, all original documents, designs, drawings, maps, models, computer files,
surveys, notes, and other documents prepared in the course of providing the services to
be performed pursuant to this Agreement shall become the sole property of the City and
may be used, reused, or otherwise disposed of by the City without the permission of the
Consultant. With respect to computer files, Consultant shall make available to the City,
at the Consultant's office and upon reasonable written request by the City, the
necessary computer software and hardware for purposes of accessing, compiling,
transferring, and printing computer files.
11. INDEMNIFICATION
(a) Indemnification for Professional Liability. When the law establishes a
professional standard of care for Consultant's Services, to the fullest extent permitted by
law, Consultant shall indemnify, protect, and hold harmless City and any and all of its
officials, employees and agents ("Indemnified Parties") from and against any and all
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losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses, including attorney's fees and costs to
the extent caused by any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission of Consultant, its
officers, agents, employees or subcontractors (or any entity or individual that Consultant
shall bear the legal liability thereof) in the performance of professional services under
this agreement.
(b) Indemnification for Other Than Professional Liabilitv. Other than in the
performance of professional services and to the full extent permitted by law, Consultant
shall indemnify, and hold harmless City, and any and all of its employees, officials and
agents from and against any liability (including liability for claims, suits, actions,
arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses,
expenses or costs of any kind, including attorneys fees and costs, court costs, interest,
defense costs, and expert witness fees), where the same arise out of, are a
consequence of the performance of this Agreement by Consultant or by any individual
or entity for which Consultant is legally liable, including but not limited to officers,
agents, employees or subcontractors of Consultant.
(c) General Indemnification Provisions. Consultant agrees to obtain executed
indemnity agreements with provisions identical to those set forth here in this section
from each and every subcontractor or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or
on behalf of Consultant in the performance of this agreement. In the event Consultant
fails to obtain such indemnity obligations from others as required here, Consultant
agrees to be fully responsible according to the terms of this section. Failure of City to
monitor compliance with these requirements imposes no additional obligations on City
and will in no way act as a waiver of any rights hereunder. This obligation to indemnify
and defend City as set forth here is binding on the successors, assigns or heirs of
Consultant and shall survive the termination of this agreement or this section.
12. INSURANCE
Consultant shall maintain prior to the beginning of and for the duration of this
Agreement insurance coverage as specified in Exhibit "C" attached hereto and
incorporated herein as though set forth in full.
13. INDEPENDENT CONSULTANT
(a) Consultant is and shall at all times remain as to the City a wholly
independent Consultant. The personnel performing the services under this Agreement
on behalf of Consultant shall at all times be under Consultant's exclusive direction and
control. Neither City nor any of its officers, employees, or agents shall have control over
the conduct of Consultant or any of Consultant's officers, employees, or agents, except
as set forth in this Agreement. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner
represent that it or any of its officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officers,
employees, or agents of the City. Consultant shall not incur or have the power to incur
any debt, obligation, or liability whatever against City, or bind City in any manner.
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(b) No employee benefits shall be available to Consultant in connection with
performance of this Agreement. Except for the fees paid to Consultant as provided in
the Agreement, City shall not pay salaries, wages, or other compensation to Consultant
for performing services hereunder for City. City shall not be liable for compensation or
indemnification to Consultant for injury or sickness arising out of performing services
hereunder.
14. UNDUEINFLUENCE
Consultant declares and warrants that no undue influence or pressure was or is
used against or in concert with any officer or employee of the City of Arroyo Grande in
connection with the award, terms or implementation of this Agreement, including any
method of coercion, confidential financial arrangement, or financial inducement. No
officer or employee of the City of Arroyo Grande will receive compensation, directly or
indirectly, from Consultant, or from any officer, employee or agent of Consultant, in
connection with the award of this Agreement or any work to be conducted as a result of
this Agreement. Violation of this Section shall be a material breach of this Agreement
entitling the City to any and all remedies at law or in equity.
15. NO BENEFIT TO ARISE TO LOCAL EMPLOYEES
No member, officer, or employee of City, or their designees or agents, and no
public official who exercises authority over or responsibilities with respect to the project
during his/her tenure or for one year thereafter, shall have any interest, direct or indirect,
in any agreement or sub-agreement, or the proceeds thereof, for work to be performed
in connection with the project performed under this Agreement.
16. RELEASE OF INFORMATION/CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
(a) All information gained by Consultant in performance of this Agreement shall
be considered confidential and shall not be released by Consultant without City's prior
written authorization. Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, or subcontractors,
shall not without written authorization from the City Manager or unless requested by the
City Attorney, voluntarily provide declarations, letters of support, testimony at
depositions, response to interrogatories, or other information concerning the work
performed under this Agreement or relating to any project or property located within the
City. Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered "voluntary"
provided Consultant gives City notice of such court order or subpoena.
(b) Consultant shall promptly notify City should Consultant, its officers,
employees, agents, or subcontractors 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 person or
party regarding this Agreement and the work performed thereunder or with respect to
any project or property located within the City. City retains the right, but has no
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obligation, to represent Consultant and/or be present at any deposition, hearing, or
similar proceeding. Consultant agrees to cooperate fully with City and to provide the
opportunity to review any response to discovery requests provided by Consultant.
However, City's right to review any such response does not imply or mean the right by
City to control, direct, or rewrite said response.
17. NOTICES
Any notice which either party may desire to give to the other party under this
Agreement must be in writing and may be given either by (i) personal service, (ii)
delivery by a reputable document delivery service, such as but not limited to, Federal
Express, which provides a receipt showing date and time of delivery, or (iii) mailing in
the United States Mail, certified mail, postage prepaid, return receipt requested,
addressed to the address of the party as set forth below or at any other address as that
party may later designate by notice:
To City:
To Consultant:
City of Arroyo Grande
Teresa McClish
300 E. Branch Street
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
Fugro Consultants, Inc.
Paul Sorensen
660 Clarion Court, Suite A
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
The Consultant shall not assign the performance of this Agreement, nor any part
thereof, without the prior written consent of the City.
19. GOVERNING LAW
The City and Consultant understand and agree that the laws of the State of
California shall govern the rights, obligations, duties, and liabilities of the parties to this
Agreement and also govern the interpretation of this Agreement. Any litigation
concerning this Agreement shall take place in the superior or federal district court with
jurisdiction over the City of Arroyo Grande.
Both parties agree to submit any claims, disputes or controversies arising out of
or in relation to the interpretation, application, or enforcement of this Agreement to non-
binding mediation pursuant to the Rules for Commercial Mediation of the American
Arbitration Association, as a condition precedent to litigation or any other form of dispute
resolution.
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20. ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties relating to
the obligations of the parties described in this Agreement. All prior or contemporaneous
agreements, understandings, representations, and statements, or written, are merged
into this Agreement and shall be of no further force or effect. Each party is entering into
this Agreement based solely upon the representations set forth herein and upon each
party's own independent investigation of any and all facts such party deems material.
21. TIME
City and Consultant agree that time is of the essence in this Agreement.
22. CONTENTS OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL AND PROPOSAL
Consultant is bound by the contents of the Request for Proposal. In the event of
conflict, the requirements of City's Request for Proposals and this Agreement shall take
precedence over those contained in the Consultant's proposals.
23. CONSTRUCTION
The parties agree that each has had an opportunity to have their counsel review
this Agreement and that any rule of construction to the effect that ambiguities are to be
resolved against the drafting party shall not apply in the interpretation of this Agreement
or any amendments or exhibits thereto. The captions of the sections are for
convenience and reference only, and are not intended to be construed to define or limit
the provisions to which they relate.
24. AMENDMENTS
Amendments to this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be made only with
the mutual written consent of all of the parties to this Agreement.
25. AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE THIS AGREEMENT
The person or persons executing this Agreement on behalf of Consultant
warrants and represents that he/she has the authority to execute this Agreement on
behalf of the Consultant and has the authority to bind Consultant to the performance of
its obligations hereunder.
26. COMPENSATION.
a) CLIENT agrees to pay Fugro Consultants, Inc. in accordance with the payment
terms provided in Exhibit B.
b) Fugro Consultants, Inc. will submit invoices monthly or upon completion of a
specified scope of service in accordance with Fugro Consultants, lnc.'s standard
invoicing practices, or as otherwise provided in Exhibit B.
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c) Payment is due upon receipt of the invoice. Payments will be made by either
check or electronic transfer to the address specified by Fugro Consultants, Inc.,
and will reference Fugro Consultants, lnc.'s invoice number.
d) Interest will accrue at the rate of 1 % per month of the invoiced amount in excess
of 30 days past the invoice date, or as otherwise provided in Exhibit B.
e) In the event of a disputed or contested invoice, only that portion so contested will
be withheld from payment, and the undisputed amounts will be paid.
27. ASSISTANCE BY CITY
Subject to other provisions of this Agreement, the CITY shall provide the
CONSULTANT with copies of any specifications, maps, drawings, records, or other
documentation, which are required by the CONSUL TANT in order to perform the
services specified herein. CITY shall provide all further reasonably necessary
information to CONSULTANT upon CONSULTANT's request.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be
executed the day and year first above written.
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
By: __________ _
Tony Ferrara, Mayor
Attest:
Kelly Wetmore, City Clerk
Approved As To Form:
Timothy J. Carmel, City Attorney
CONSULTANT
By: ___________ _
Its: ------------(Title)
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EXHIBITS AAND B
SCOPE OF WORK AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE
For Scope of Work -See Exhibit D -Pages 12 through 19
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Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group
July 26, 2013 (Proposal No. 04.62139116)
FEE PROPOSAL
Fugro proposes to provide the services described above on a time and materials basis
with a not to exceed amount of $125,000. Table 1 shows the cost of each task and ·
subcontractor.
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EXHIBIT B
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Fee Proposal for 2013 NCMA Annual Report Northern Cities Management Area
Technlcal Group San Luis Obispo County, California
Description Labor Cost Expenses Subcontractors Subtotal
. --------------·-------! ---·-. ----------
Task 1.1 Develop Detailed Groundwater Monitoring and. Report Schedule 645 --624
Task 1.2 Meetings Project Management and Communication 8,630 500 3,933 13,063
Task 1.3 Groundwater Monitoring, Water Quality Sampling, Quarterly Reports 34,240 27,465 12,512 74,217
Task 1.4 Groundwater Data·Analysls 5,615 500 2,116 8,231
Task 1.5 Hydrologic Data Compilation 3,390 -2,519 5,909
Task 1.6 Water Demand and Availability Analysis 1,630 -6,745 8,357
Task 1.7 Annual Report Preparation 7,040 -7,418' 14,458
Subtotal 61,190 28,465 35,242 124,897
Labor Classification Rate Non-task Specific Direct Costs (Expenses and Subcontractors) ·------. ---
Project Manager (Sorensen) $215 i Expenses Rate Units
Project Engineer (Schaefer) $201 Subconsultants Sampling
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T/M
Principal Geologist (Almy) $127 Mileage $0.55 Mlle
Project Hydrogeologist (Nicely) $150 Reproduction Task Spef T/M
Sr. CADD Drafter and Designer $ 95 Shipping Task Spef T/M
Technical Word Processor, Administrative Staff $ 75 Laboratory Testing Task Spef T/M
Equipment Rental Task Spef T/M
Consumables TaskSpef .T/M
Per Diem Task Spef day
Markup at 15%
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EXHIBIT C
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Prior to the beginning of and throughout the duration of the Work, Consultant will
maintain insurance in confonnance with the requirements set forth below. Consultant
will use existing coverage to comply with these requirements. If that existing coverage
does not meet the requirements set forth here, Consultant agrees to amend,
supplement or endorse the existing coverage to do so. Consultant acknowledges that
the insurance coverage and policy limits set forth in this section constitute the minimum
amount of coverage required. Any insurance proceeds available to City in excess of the
limits and coverage required in this agreement and which is applicable to a given loss,
will be available to City.
Consultant shall provide the following types and amounts of insurance:
Commercial General Liability Insurance using Insurance Services Office "Commercial
General Liability" policy from CG 00 01 or the exact equivalent. Defense costs must be
paid in addition to limits. There shall be no cross liability exclusion for claims or suits by
one insured against another. Limits are subject to review but in no event less than
$1,000,000 per occurrence.
Business Auto Coverage on ISO Business Auto Coverage from CA 00 01 including symbol 1
(Any Auto) or the exact equivalent. Limits are subject to review, but in no event to be less than
$1,000,000 per accident. If Consultant owns no vehicles, this requirement may be satisfied by a
non-owned auto endorsement to the general liability policy described above. If Consultant or
Consultant's employees will use personal autos in any way on this project, Consultant shall
provide evidence of personal auto liability coverage for each such person.
Workers Compensation on a state-approved policy form providing statutory benefits as
required by law with employer's liability limits no less than $1,000,000 per accident or
disease.
Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance as appropriate shall be written
on a policy form coverage specifically designated to protect against acts, errors or
omissions of the Consultant and "Covered Professional Services" as designated in the
policy must specifically include work performed under this agreement. The policy limit
shall be no less than $1,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. The policy must "pay
on behalf of' the insured and must include a provision establishing the insurer's duty to
defend. The policy retroactive date shall be on or before the effective date of this
agreement.
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Insurance procured pursuant to these requirements shall be written by insurer that are
admitted carriers in the state California and with an A. M. Bests rating of A-or better and
a minimum financial size VII.
General conditions pertaining to provision of insurance coverage by Consultant.
Consultant and City agree to the following with respect to insurance provided by
Consultant:
1. Consultant agrees to have its insurer endorse the third party general
liability coverage required herein to include as additional insured City, its officials
employees and agents, using standard ISO endorsement No. CG 201 O with an edition
prior to 1992. Consultant also agrees to require all Consultants, and subcontractors to
do likewise.
2. No liability insurance coverage provided to comply with this Agreement
shall prohibit Consultant, or Consultant's employees, or agents, from waiving the right of
subrogation prior to a loss. Consultant agrees to waive subrogation rights against City
regardless of the applicability of any insurance proceeds, and to require all Consultants
and subcontractors to do likewise.
3. All insurance coverage and limits provided by Consultant and available or
applicable to this agreement are intended to apply to the full extent of the policies.
Nothing contained in this Agreement or any other agreement relating to the City or its
operations limits the application of such insurance coverage.
4. None of the coverages required herein will be in compliance with these
requirements if they include any limiting endorsement of any kind that has not been first
submitted to City and approved of in writing.
5. No liability policy shall contain any provision or definition that would serve
to eliminate so-called "third party action over" claims, including any exclusion for bodily
injury to an employee of the insured or of any Consultant or subcontractor.
6. All coverage types and limits required are subject to approval, modification
and additional requirements by the City, as the need arises. Consultant shall not make
any reductions in scope of coverage (e.g. elimination of contractual liability or reduction
of discovery period) that may affect City's protection without City's prior written consent.
7. Proof of compliance with these insurance requirements, consisting of
certificates of insurance evidencing all of the coverages required and an additional
insured endorsement to Consultant's general liability policy, shall be delivered to City at
or prior to the execution of this Agreement. In the event such proof of any insurance is
not delivered as required, or in the event such insurance is canceled at any time and no
replacement coverage is provided, City has the right, but not the duty, to obtain any
insurance it deems necessary to protect its interests under this or any other agreement
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and to pay the premium. Any premium so paid by City shall be charged to and promptly
paid by Consultant or deducted from sums due Consultant, at City option.
8. Certificate(s) are to reflect that the insurer will provide 30 days notice to
City of any cancellation of coverage. Consultant agrees to require its insurer to modify
such certificates to delete any exculpatory wording stating that failure of the insurer to
mail written notice of cancellation imposes no obligation, or that any party will
"endeavor" (as opposed to being required) to comply with the requirements of the
certificate.
9. It is acknowledged by the parties of this agreement that all insurance
coverage required to be provided by Consultant or any subcontractor, is intended to
apply first and on a primary, noncontributing basis in relation to any other insurance or
self insurance available to City.
10. Consultant agrees to ensure that subcontractors, and any other party
involved with the project who is brought onto or involved in the project by Consultant,
provide the same minimum insurance coverage required of Consultant. Consultant
agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes all responsibility for
ensuring that such coverage is· provided in conformity with the requirements of this
section. Consultant agrees that upon request, all agreements with subcontractors and
others engaged in the project will be submitted to City for review.
11. Consultant agrees not to self-insure or to use any self-insured retentions
or deductibles on any portion of the insurance required herein and further agrees that it
will not allow any Consultant, subcontractor, Architect, Engineer or other entity or
person in any way involved in the performance of work on the project contemplated by
this agreement to self-insure its obligations to City. If Consultant's existing coverage
includes a deductible or self-insured retention, the deductible or self-insured retention
must be declared to the City. At the time the City shall review options with the
Consultant, which may include reduction or elimination of the deductible or self-insured
retention, substitution of other coverage, or other solutions.
12. The City reserves the right at any time during the term of the contract to
change the amounts and types of insurance required by giving the Consultant ninety
(90) days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantial
additional cost to the Consultant, the City will negotiate additional compensation
proportional to the increase benefit to City.
13. For purposes of applying insurance coverage only, this Agreement will be
deemed to have been executed immediately upon any party hereto taking any steps
that can be deemed to be in furtherance of or towards performance of this Agreement.
14. Consultant acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on
the part of City to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any insurance requirements
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in no way imposes any additional obligations on City nor does it waive any rights
hereunder in this or any other regard.
15. Consultant will renew the required coverage annually as long as City, or
its employees or agents face an exposure from operations of any type pursuant to this
agreement. This obligation applies whether or not the agreement is canceled or
terminated for any reason. Termination of this obligation is not effective until City
executes a written statement to that effect.
16. Consultant shall provide proof that policies of insurance required herein
expiring during the term of this Agreement have been renewed or replaced with other
policies providing at least the same coverage. Proof that such coverage has been
ordered shall be submitted prior to expiration. A coverage binder or letter from
Consultant's insurance agent to this effect is acceptable. A certificate of insurance
and/or additional insured endorsement as required in these specifications applicable to
the renewing or new coverage must be provided to City within five days of the expiration
of the coverages.
17. The provisions of any workers' compensation or similar act will not limit
the obligations of Consultant under this agreement. Consultant expressly agrees not to
use any statutory immunity defenses under such laws with respect to City, its
employees, officials and agents.
18. Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this
section are not intended as limitations on coverage, limits or other requirements nor as
a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any given policy. Specific reference to a
given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue,
and is not intended by any party or insured to be limiting or all-inclusive.
19. These insurance requirements are intended to be separate and distinct
from any other provision in this agreement and are intended by the parties here to be
interpreted as such.
20. The requirements in this Section supersede all other sections and
provisions of this Agreement to the extent that any other section or provision conflicts
with or impairs the provisions of this Section.
21. Consultant agrees to be responsible for ensuring that no contract used by
any party involved in any way with the project reserves the right to charge City or
Consultant for the cost of additional insurance coverage required by this agreement.
Any such provisions are to be deleted with reference to City. It is not the intent of City to
reimburse any third party for the cost of complying with these requirements. There shall
be no recourse against City for payment of premiums or other amounts with respect
thereto.
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22. Consultant agrees to provide immediate notice to City of any claim or loss
against Consultant arising out of the work performed under this agreement. City
assumes no obligation or liability by such notice, but has the right (but not the duty) to
monitor the handling of any such claim or claims if they are likely to involve City.
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EXHIBIT D
CONSULTANT'S PROPOSAL
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FUGRO CONSULTANTS, INC.
NORTHERN CITIES MANAGEMENT AREA
2013 ANNUAL REPORT
Prepared for:
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FUGRO CONSULTANTS, INC.
July 26, 2013
Proposal No. 04.62139116
Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group
c/o Water Systems Consulting, Inc.
3765 South Higuera Street, Suite 102
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Attention: Mr. Daniel Heimel, P.E.
Subject: Proposal for Northern Cities Management Area 2013 Annual Report
Dear Mr. Heimel:
660 Clarion Court, Suite A
San Luis Obispo, California 93401
Tel: (805) 542-0797
Fax: (805) 542-9311
Fugro is pleased to submit this proposal in response to your request from the Northern Cities
Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group for the preparation of the 2013 Annual Report. This
year Fugro will team with GEi Consultants, Inc. (GEi) and Robert Almy, now an independent
consultant, to provide continuity with the same comprehensive team as during the past 3 years to
meet the needs of the NCMA Technical Group. We will continue to use Capco Analytical Services, a
CDPH ELAP-certified analytical testing laboratory, for water quality analysis.
This proposal focuses on the scope of work needed to complete quarterly monitoring of the
NCMA sentry wells and prepare the 2013 Annual Report. In addition, this scope of work includes
recommendations made to the Technical Group during the previous year as a result of preparation
of the 2012 Annual Report. The proposed cost for this work has not changed compared to the 2012
Annual Report.
This scope of work will satisfy the primary requirements of the 2005 Stipulation through
preparation of an Annual Report. Furthermore, information in the quarterly reports and Annual
Report supports the Technical Group's on-going objective of effective water resources management.
Specifically, the information will support ongoing collaborative efforts with the Nipomo Mesa
Management Group to develop a conceptual model of the northern portion of the Santa Maria
Groundwater Basin focusing on the NCMA and NMMA.
The Fugro team, consisting of Fugro Consultants, GEi, and Robert Almy, has the individual
and corporate experience to ensure that the data presented in these reports can fully satisfy the
legal requirements in the related judgments as well as the needs of NCMA water users. The Fugro
team has:
• In-depth local experience;
• Experience in other areas of the adjudicated basin;
• A thorough understanding of the local water supply issues;
• A successful history meeting reporting requirements of adjudicated basins;
• Developed integrated groundwater/surface water management plans;
• Assessed and managed seawater intrusion potential; and
• A complete understanding of the NCMA Technical Group's objectives.
A member of the Fugro group of companies with offices throughout the world
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Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group
July 26, 2013 (Proposal No. 04.62139116)
We look forward to discussing this proposal with you and the Technical Group.
Copies Submitted: (PDF) Addressee
Sincerely,
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Paul Sorensen, C.Hg.
Project Manager
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CONTENTS
COMPANY PROFILE ...............•........•...•.•.•.........•.....•........•..........................•.......•.........• 1
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................ 3
PROJECT TEAM ................•...•......•..•............•..........................................•...........•.......... 3
PROJECT ORGANIZATION ........................................................................................... 5
STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING ....................................... ~ .............. ~ .................... 11
APPROACH TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT ................................................................ 12
SCOPE OF WORK ........................................................................................................ 12
. SCHEDULE .................................................................................................................. 20
FEE PROPOSAL ............................................... ; ......•...•.••.........••................•................ 21
CONFLICT OF INTEREST ............................................................................................ 23
INFORMATION TO BE PROVIDED BY THE NCMA TECHNICAL GROUP .................. 23
TABLE
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1 Fee Proposal for 2013 NCMA Annual Report ........................................ ~.'.·········........ 15
APPENDIX
APPENDIX A -RESUMES
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COMPANY PROFILE
FUGRO CONSULTANTS, INC.
Fugro Consultants, Inc. is one of the United States operating units
of Fugro NV, a multi-national geoscience consulting and marine survey
firm with decades of experience and operations worldwide. Fugro NV
operates in 50 countries from more than 275 offices, including 30 in the
United States, and has more than 13,500 employees worldwide.
Fugro has been operating in California since 19n.
Fugro offers a wide range of engineering services to meet our
clienf s diverse needs. The company has a strong team of multi-
disciplinary specialists with a combination of national and international
experience and scientific expertise. Fugro provides full service
capabilities including initial engineering, integrated field investigations,
design and project implementation, construction monitoring, special
inspection and materials testing, and follow-up monitoring. Fugro
develops cost-effective and practical solutions for clients' projects.
Fugro uses a proven project management approach that begins
with designating an experienced project manager with the day-to-day
project responsibility. To ensure the proper level of client involvement,
we rely on close contact between the client and the project manager to
review activities from project inception to completion.
Groundwater Resources Group
SERVICES
• Groundwater Resources
and Hydrogeology
_• __ G_~otechn[cal Engineering
• Engineering Geology
• Earthquake Engineering
• Environmental
Engineering
• Marine Survey and
Positioning
• Construction Materials
Engineering and Testing
www. FugroConsultants.com
Fugro's Groundwater Resources Group operates from offices throughout California. Our projects
are located in Southern California, Central California, Northern California, the Central Valley, Sierra
Nevada/Tehachapi Mountains, and Coast Ranges. Our projects involve a range of hydrogeologic
services from fieldwork (e.g., municipal well construction monitoring) to regional groundwater basin
modeling studies.
Groundwater Resources Service
Planning, development, management, and protection of
groundwater resources requires a team of specialized
hydrogeologists with varied skills to address the broad range
of groundwater issues. Fugro has broad expertise in
groundwater resources management and development. We
have conducted hundreds of field hydrogeologic
investigations, local and regional groundwater studies, and
individual well design investigations. In addition, Fugro
professionals have considerable experience providing
planning and permitting support, and in providing litigation
support.
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GEi CONSULTANTS, INC
GEi services include comprehensive monitoring and assessments for groundwater quality
protection, basin characterization, groundwater banking and control of seawater intrusion. GEi currently
serves as water master in the San Gabriel Groundwater Basin. The company specializes in water
resource planning, engineering, and management GEi provides a broad range of technical services
and investigations; from evaluation of small isolated groundwater basins, to characterization of large
regional groundwater basins, and from locating indMdual wells to design of well fields. However, the
fundamental elements of the Company's work remain the same: groundwater geology, occurrence and
movement of groundwater, and groundwater quality. It is GEi's back-to-basics, science based
approach that has earned GEi a reputation for delivering high-quality work products. GEi has served
several clients in the San Luis Obispo area, including the County of San Luis Obispo, the City of Paso
Robles, the Nipomo Community Services District as well as the Central Coast water Authority.
ROBERT B. ALMY, PG.
Rob Almy is a professional geologist with 37 years of water resources experience. He
served as project manager and lead investigator for the NCMA Annual Report project for the
past three years, and will continue to play an integral role in the 2013 Annual Report project as
an independent subconsultant to Fugro.
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INTRODUCTION
The Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA) Technical Group includes the Cities of
Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, and Pismo Beach and the Oceano Community Services District
(OCSD). Water users in the NCMA have a long history of cooperative water management
including a 0 Gentlemen Agreement" that was originally developed in 1983.
While the "Gentlemen's Agreemenr is reflected in the outcome of the adjudication, the
adjudication imposes a number of requirements, Further we note that relevant provisions of the
Stipulation were recently upheld on appeal. The NCMA Technical Group requires the minimum
contents of this annual report to address these elements:
• Summary of 2013 NCMA groundwater monitoring;
• Changes in groundwater supplies;
• Threats to the groundwater basin;
• Tabulation of NCMA water use;
• Imported water availability and use;
• Return flow entitlement and use;
• Developed water availability and use; and
• Groundwater use.
Fugro will use the above list as topical headings to guide development of the 2013
Annual Report.
The following sections of this proposal present the scope of work to be performed, our
approach and the tasks we will complete to produce the 2013 Annual Report for the NCMA
Technical Group. The final sections of this proposal include the anticipated schedule and our
cost estimate for completion of all tasks. Finally, this proposal presents the background of the
· Fugro team firms, project team, individual qualifications, and representative experience.
PROJECT TEAM
Fugro will serve as the prime contractor for the NCMA Annual Monitoring and Reporting
Program with integral support by GEi and Rob Almy. The Fugro team will continue to serve the
NCMA in largely the same manner as in years past with the increased participation by Paul
Sorensen, a hydrogeologist based in San Luis Obispo with extensive local experience. The San
Luis Obispo office of Fugro will continue to gather water level and water quality data for the
project on a quarterly basis and complete the data interpretation and report preparation in
coordination with GEi. Fugro and GEi have worked together on this project for three years,
along with other projects in the region, and maintain an excellent working relationship. We
believe that the proposed four key team members, consisting of familiar individuals working
collaboratively together on all aspects of this project, will provide seamless, responsive services
to the NCMA Technical Group.
As in years past, we continue to rely on Capco Analytical Services, Inc. (Capco), for
water quality testing. Capco is a privately owned, full service, environmental and analytical
testing laboratory certified by the State of California (CDPH ELAP certified), and provides a
complete range of air, soil, and water analysis. Capco will provide analysis for this project
through their Ventura facility.
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INDIVIDUAL TEAM MEMBERS
The team who will be perfonning the.preparation of the 2013 Annual Report will consist
of the same personnel involved in preparation of 2010 through 2012 Annual Reports and
Quarterly Monitoring. The following chart shows the organization of the project team and the
role of the team members. The responsibilities and experience of key team members are
summarized below. Their full resumes of these key members are included in Appendix A.
Mr. Paul Sorensen, P.G., C.E.G., C.Hg.
Role: Project Manager
Mr. Sorensen will manage will manage all phases of the project, present Quarterly and
Annual Reports to the NCMA Technical Group, collaborate in data interpretation, and be
responsible for meeting all project deadlines.
Mr. Robert Almy P .G.
Role: Principal Geologist
Mr. Almy will be responsible for satisfying all technical requirements and making
recommendations to the NCMA Technical Group.
Mr. Timothy A. Nicely, P.G., C.Hg.
Role: Project Hydrogeologist
Mr. Nicely will be responsible for all fieldwork, including collection of groundwater data
and water quality samples. He will manage entry of da~a into the project data management
systems, provide technical analysis of groundwater and supply/use data to evaluate change in
storage and other key groundwater parameters, including risk of seawater intrusion. He will
also provide QA/QC of Quarterly monitoring Reports and the Draft and Final Annual reports.
Mr. Samuel W. Schaefer, P.E.
Role: Project Engineer
Mr. Schafer will be responsible for collection and analysis of hydrologic and water use
data, including cropping and agricultural water use, calculation of water supply and demand
projections, and the water supply and recycling sections of the Annual Report.
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PROJECT ORGANIZATION
Communication and
Meetings
Paul Sorensen
Robert Almy
' Field Data Collection
Paul Sorensen
Tim Nicely
Water Quality Analysis
Capco Analytical
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Hydrogeologic and
Water Use Data
Collection QA/QC
Data Analysis
Tim Nicely
Samuel Schaefer.
Paul Sorensen
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FUGRO PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Fugro Consultants, Inc. provides water resources engineering, planning, and development
services throughout California and the United States, and is part of the Fugro group of con:ipanies
that operates worldwide.
Fugro offers water resources, geotechnical engineering, survey, and information technology
services. The company has a strong team of multidisciplinary specialists with a combination of
national and international experience and scientific expertise. Fugro has served many clients in the
San Luis Obispo County area, including the County of San Luis Obispo, City of Pismo Beach,
Nipomo Community Services District, Atascadero Mutual Water Company, Templeton Community
Services District, City of Morro Bay, and Cambria Community Services District.
Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Study
County of San Luis Obispo, Flood Control and Water Conservation District
The Paso Robles Groundwater Basin study was conducted to provide the County Public Works
Department, North County public water agencies, and overlying landowners and water users an
understanding of the basin by evaluating the extent of the basin, existence of sub-basins and other
internal basin structures, quantity of g~oundwater in storage, hydraulic movement of groundwater
through the basin, sources and volumes of recharge, perennial yield, and ;water quality trends. A
computer-based numerical groundwater flow model was developed that -allowed the County to
simulate potential growth scenarios.
Contract amount and completion date: $585,000, 2005
Contact: Frank Honeycutt
Transportation Division Manager
County of San Luis Obispo
805-781-5269
California Valley Solar Ranch Water Supply Monitoring and Reporting
SunPower Systems Corporation
Ecology and Environment, Inc.
Fugro is providing hydrogeologic support to meet the County's conditions of permit approval,
including preparation of a Water Supply Contingency Plan, a Groundwater Monitoring and Reporting
Plan, and a Drought Water Management _Plan. Fugro developed a regional-wide groundwater
monitoring well network to monitor potential impacts on private water wells in the basin due to water
supply production from the onsite and offsite project supply wells. The project includes monthly
monitoring of the regional network to measure water levels and water quality, and preparation of
monthly, quarterly, and annual compliance reports.
Contract amount and completion date: $477,000, ongoing
Contact: Karen Ladd
Project Manager
Ecology and Environment, Inc.
415-398-5326
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Water Supply and Development Projects
Templeton Community Services District
Fugro, through Mr. Sorensen, acts as District hydrogeologist and is involved in all water supply
evaluation and development projects for the CSD. Investigations include evaluation of presence and ·
distribution of Salinas River underflow to identify the Districf s legal rights to groundwater;
identification and development of supplemental municipal water supplies; feasibility investigations of
riparian water rights; and design and construction management of new groundwater production
wells.
Contract amount and completion date: $50,000 -$100,000/year, $1.2M since 1996, ongoing.
Contact: Bettina Mayer, P.E.
District Engineer
805-434-4915
Tehachapi Groundwater Basin Study
Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District
Fugro was commissioned to conduct a regional-wide basin study to characterize and quantify the
hydrogeologic processes in the adjudicated Tehachapi Groundwater Basin. The study included
collection and compilation of historical hydrogeologic data; hydrogeologic characterization. of the -
basin aquifer; estimation of hydrologic water balance; construction and calibration of a numerical
flow model; and model evaluation of future water supply and demand scenarios.
Contract amount and completion date: $485,000, 2010
Contact: John Martin
General Manager
661-822-5504
GEi PROJECT EXPERIENCE
GEi Consultants. services include comprehensive monitoring and assessments for
groundwater quality protection, basin characterization, groundwater banking, and control of seawater
intrusion. GEi has served several clients in the San Luis Obispo area, including the Northern Cities
Management Area, the County of San Luis Obispo, City of ·Paso Robles, Nipomo Community
Services District, and the Central Coast Water Authority.
Groundwater Assessment for Santa Marla Valley, Santa Barbara County, submitted to
Salt and Nutrient Planning Workgroup of the IRWM Plan update.
Santa Barbara County Water Agency
GEi developed a conceptual model of sources and transport of nutrient and salt in the Santa Maria
Valley within the IRWM Plan update process. On behalf of the Working Group GEi fine-tuned the .
original scope to incorporate concerns by the agricultural community and limitations of available
information. The analysis summarized changes in loading and water quality due to changes in
source-water and fertilizer management in 10-year increments. Based on the data available and a .
"gaps analysis,D the report offered conclusions and recommendations regarding development of Salt
and Nutrient Plans pursuant to State Water Board policy.
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Contract amount and completion date: $112,4~0. ongoing
Contacts: Matt Nafta/y
Water Agency Manager
Santa Barbara County Water Agency
(805) 568-3542
Marty Wilder
Manager of Laguna County Sanitary District
(805) 739-8755
Climate Adaptation Planning for Small and Medium Water Systems: Case Study of
Lompoc Valley
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
GEi is performing a case study involving water systems owned and operat~ by the City of Lompoc,
the Vandenberg Village Community Services District and the Mission Hills Community Services
District. We are evaluati11g how climate change may cause changes in supply and/or demand
beyond the capability of the current systems. Proposed methodology relies on NOAA data and
· ~ analysis, coupled with more detailed local evaluations to establish likely changes in supply a'1(1
demand for the suppliers. These changes will become the basis of alternative infrastructure plans
and operational scenarios to identify and address vulnerabilities in the current water system. This
case study will provide the basis for developing integrated climate services that serve other small
water suppliers.
Contract amount and completion date: $219,000, ongoing
Contact: Nancy Beller-Simms
Administrator
Sectorial Applications Research Program
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration
Santa Barbara County Water Supply and Demand Current Uses and Future Estimates
Santa Barbara County Water Agency
GEi prepared an update of the County of Santa Barbara Water Supply and Demand Reports which
were prepared by the Water Agency in 1991 and 2003.The Update provided an overview of regional
water sources and uses using more detailed approaches for estimating current and future agriculture
demand as well as future urban needs. As a basis for estimating agricultural demand, cropping
patterns were developed and provided in GIS format. The report also included documentation of
demographics in each service area providing municipal service.
Contract amount and completion date: $97,203, ongoing
Contact: Matt Naftaly
Water Agency Manager
Santa Barbara County Water Agency
(805) 568-3542
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FUGRO/GEI JOINT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Fugro and its teaming partner, GEi Consultants, have jointly conducted several projects
in San Luis Obispo County. They are discussed below.
2012 Annual Monitoring Report
Northern Cities Management Ama; in its third year, as GEi completed the report in 2011 and 2010.
GEi gathered historical and current water supply and demand data for analysis and inclusion the
2010, 2011, and 2012 Annual Report to the Court of jurisdiction in the Santa Maria Valley ground
water adjudication. In addition, GEi prepared quarterly reports on water level and water quality
measurements from selected wells in the NCMA. The Annual report summarized sources of supply
include groundwater, Lopez Reservoir, surface infiltration from streams and storm-water retention
basis. Demand included municipal and agricultural use as well as outflow to prevent sea water
intrusion. This project has provided direct experience to team members in Central Coast small and
medium municipal system supply and demand issues as well as agricultural use calculations.
Project included quarterly water level and water quality monitoring, database preparation, GIS based
data management, preparation of figures and tables based on data bases and GIS themes, and
preparation of an Annual Report and Quarterly Monitoring Reports for a Technical Working Gro_up
that~s submitted to the Court.
Contract amount and completion date: $325,000, ongoing
Contact: Jeffery M. Szyte/, P.E., M.S., M.B.A.
President-WSC Inc.
(805) 457-8833 ext. 101
Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Management Plan
County of San Luis Obispo, City of Paso Robles
GEi and Fugro prepared the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Groundwater Management Plan
through grant funding under the DWR AB303 Grant Program. The goal of the project was to provide
the District and the City,_ the North County Water Forum, and other stakeholders with a realistic _
direction in the development of basin management objectives and the preparation and adoption of
an SB1938-compliant groundwater management plan for the Paso Robles Groundwater Basin.
Through public outreach and stakeholder involvement, Basin Management Objectives (BMOs) were
developed and the first annual report was prepared. The annual reports will provide the link
between the BMOs and groundwater management actions identified in the Plan with the annual
groundwater level reporting to document annual conditions and prioritize groundwater management
activities. Additionally, the annual · reporting will meet new groundwater monitoring reporting
requirements of SBX7-6.
Contract amount and completion date: $260,000, March 2011
Contact: Courtney Howard, P.E.
Water Resources Engineer
County of San Luis Obispo Public Works
805-781-1016
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Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Groundwater Banking Feasibility Study
County of San Luis Obispo, Flood Control and Water Consetvation District
GEi and Fugro assessed the feasibility, potential costs, and engineering issues related to the
development of a groundwater banking facility in the Paso Robles Basin, using State Water Project
water at the Shandon turnout. The investigation utilized the Basin numerical flow model of the Basin
that had been developed by Fugro to simulate various banking volumes and locations.
Contrad amount and completion date: $250,000, 2007
Contact: Courtney Howard, P.E.
Water Resources Engineer
County of San Luis Obispo Public Works
805-781-1016
IRWM Plan Update and Grant Application Development
County of San Luis Obispo, Flood Control and Water Conservation District
GEi and Fugro (with Dudek and Hollenbeck) are updating the Integrated Regional Water
Management (IRWM) Plan for the San Luis Obispo County IRWM Region and developing
implementatioh grant applications. The objectives of the update are to build on previous successful
collaboration and planning by creating a communications plan and engaging stakeholders,
particularly the disadvantaged communities; consider an improved governance structure and
changed regional conditions; consider and address the State's enhanced IRWM planning standards,
including those addressing climate change; and incorporate focused planning studies funding by
Prop 50.
Contract amount and completion date: $499,000, ongoing
Contact: Courtney Howard, P.E.
Water Resources Engineer
County of San Luis Obispo Public Works
805-781-1016
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STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
The NCMA was included in adjudication of the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin and is
subject to several agreements and orders:
• 2002 Settlement Agreement amongst the Northern Cities, Northern Landowners, and other
parties;
• 2005 Settlement Stipulation for the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin; and
• January 25, 2008 Judgment After Trial issued by the Superior Court of California, County of
Santa Clara.
This scope of work is intended to satisfy a primary requirement of the 2005 stipulation. The
Stipulation states that:
"[t)he Annual Report will summarize the results of the Monitoring Program, changes in
groundwater supplies, and any threats to Groundwater supplies. The Annual Report shall
also include a tabulation of Management Area water use, including Imported Water
availability and use, Return Flow entitlement and use, other Developed Water availability and
use, and Groundwater use.9
In addition, we note coordination with the Nipomo Mesa Management Area group addresses
the need to assess "changes in the surface and groundwater flow conditions adjacent to and across
the Zone 3 boundary line~n Based on data from the monitoring well network, and as available data
· from the Groundwater Basin Characterization for the Santa Maria Basin project, we will discuss this
topic in the Annual Report. Finally, the "Gentlemen's Agreement.a attached to the 2002 Settlement
Agreement provides for quarterly meetings to share information among NCMA interests; we will
provide information from our work in these studies.
In preparing the quarter1y and annual reports, the Fugro team will continue its established
gathering and management procedures which are consistent with project expectations and industry
standards. In addition, as part of the previous reporting, the team members will maintain several
improvements to the technical approach and data gathering associated with the quarterly monitoring
and annual reports:
1. Continued use of continuous monitors in several sentry wells to gather data on short-
term fluctuations and to put the quarter1y measurements in appropriate context;
2. Continued use of two recently-rehabilitated shallow monitoring wells owned by Oceana
Community Services District (OCSD);
3. Annual evaluation of land use data used for agricultural water use estimates to identify
potential improvements in the approach to making these estimates;
4. Employing ETc (evapotranspiration) values developed by Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for
estimating consumptive agricultural water use;
5. Continued close monitoring of the County Monitoring Well No. 3 (12N/35W-32C3) along
the NCMA/NMMA boundary.
The Fugro team will continue to evaluate potential improvements in data collection and
analysis and engage the NCMA TG in discussions to assure ongoing collection and reporting of
meaningful data.
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APPROACH TO PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The Fugro team will continue to meet the NCMA Technical Group's needs through our
combined understanding of the tasks, experience, unique technical expertise, and awareness of the
broader context of water supply and environmental protection needs. Specifically, Fugro will:
• Use an experienced California Hydrogeologist with local expertise to collect high-quality,
reliable monitoring data;
• Employ a CDPH ELAP certified lab to analyze water quality samples in a timely manner;
• Implement rigorous QNQC procedures to assure meaningful and accurate data;
• Utilize existing systems to store and backup data;
• Evaluate the acquired data and develop conclusions and recommendations based on our
expertise and local knowledge
The team is keenly aware of the importanc.e of addressing the core issues completely and on
schedule. Our approach to managing preparation of the NCMA Annual Report will continue to
ensure that the data are accurate, analyses clear and meaningful, and reports are circulated
according to the schedule. The team will commit resources to accomplish all tasks in a timely
manner and meet the requirements of the 2005 stipulation and the NCMA Technical Group.
As in years past, the Fugro team will maintain close communications with the NCMAProject
Manager with regular calls and ol,lr effective relationships with various data sources. Any issues with ·
data collection, analysis, report preparation, or other aspect of the project will be brought to the
NCMA Project Manager's attention in a soh,Jtion-oriented context.
SCOPE OF WORK
This scope of work is based on the following sources of information:
• The stated requirements of the 2013 Request for Proposal;
• Our experience preparing the Annual Reports and associated quarter1y monitoring reports for
2010 through 2012;
• The 2005 Stipulation;
• Our work in other areas of the Santa Maria Basin; and
• Our extensive experience in similar work.
In the task descriptions below, we have noted where we will be able to improve the current
data collection, analysis, and reporting.
TASK 1.1 NCMA GROUNDWATER MONITORING AND REPORT SCHEDULE
The Fugro team will provide a detailed schedule of all tasks, anticipated meetings, and report
preparation efforts within 14 days of the Notice to Proceed. This schedule will be finalized based on
the actual notice to proceed and the results of the kickoff meeting. A general schedule is included in
a later section of this proposal. We note that in order to complete the first round of monitoring by the
end of October, all agreements need to be in place in early October.
TASK 1.2 MEETINGS, PROJECT MANAGEMENT, AND COMMUNICATION
The NCMA Technical Group employs structured meetings. to assure efficient project
management, data collection and transfer, and report preparation. The Fugro project manager will
be responsible for participating in regularly scheduled meetings, scheduling additional meetings as
needed, and preparing agenda items and assisting with meeting summaries with action item follow-
through. The principal geologist, project engineer and project hydrogeologist will also participate in
the scheduled meetings based on the purpose of each meeting and the role of individual team
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members. A proposed list of meeting attendees will be included in the schedule prepared in Task
1.1 and will be adjusted as specific meeting agendas are established. The meetings will be
structured to facilitate communication among NCMA, the consultant team, and other Interests as
appropriate. Certain meetings focus on assuring timely access to data from other sources, such as
the County of San Luis Obispo. We anticipate the project manager will maintain regular contact with
the NCMA Project Manager to assure the project remains on schedule and to provide a regular
opportunity to discuss any issues of concern.
TASK 1.3 NCMA GROUNDWATER MONITORING AND WATER QUALITY SAMPLING
Collection of groundwater level measurements and water quality information are core NCMA
responsibilities. Four rounds of water level monitoring and quality testing will occur during:
• The fourth quarter of 2013 (October 2013);
• The first quarter of 2014 (January 2014);
• The second quarter of 2014 (April 2014); and
• The third quarter of 2014 (July 2014)
During each sampling event, groundwater depth measurements will be collected in
accordance with the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Standard 04750-87.
Groundwater water quality samples are to be collected in accordance with the ASTM standard
D4448-1 using a variety of methods including·~ in the case of the Oceano CSD monitoring wells, low-
flow methods. During each quarterly sampling event field personnel will:
• Coordinate with and pick-up sample bottles and coolers from Capco Analytical of
Ventura, California;
• Collect a synoptic field measurements of depth to water (in accordance with ASTM
Standard D4750-87) from all 16 wells including:
o 325/12E-24B01 through -24803 (North Beach Campground),
o 32S/13E-30F01 (1-inch well) through -30F03 (Highway 1),
o 325/13E-30N01 (1-inch well) through -30N03 (Pier Avenue),
o 12N/23W-36L01 and -36L02 (Oceano Dunes),
o Three Oceano CSD monitoring wells (3-inch diameter), and
o 12N/35W-32C3 (County Monitoring Well #3 (5-inch diameter);
• Collect representative water samples from each of the 16 monitoring wells at six sites for
general mineral analysis and in coordination with County of San Luis Obispo's quarterly
sentry well field measurements. One of the Oceana CSD monitoring wells is damaged
and is not sampled; a sample from Oceana CSD Well No. 8, which is completed to a
similar depth, is collected in its place.
Sampling of the 16 wells will be accomplished by the project hydrogeologist using a
combination of ISCO-type peristaltic pumps, a Grundfos Rediflo2 electric submersible pump as .
appropriate and as determined by the applicability of each well. Each well will be purged in
accordance with ASTM D4448-1 until such time when field-measured water quality parameters
stabilize and clear water is available. Samples will then be collected in sample containers with
appropriate preservatives, placed in iced coolers immediately following sample collection, and
maintained at appropriate temperature for transportation to the laboratory. Chain-of-custody
documentation will be completed for all samples.
Data collected from the field and laboratory reports will be reviewed by the project
hydrogeologist and project engineer as part of the project QA/QC procedures. Data will be reviewed
for compliance with ASTM standards. Any data not meeting standards for accuracy or reliability will
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be flagged and addressed, with new data collected as appropriate. All data satisfying the QA/QC
procedures will be entered in the NCMA database, evaluated by consultant team members (as
_ discussed under Task 1.4) and compiled into a draft quarterly report for review.
Sensors measuring pressure and electrical conductivity are installed within several wells
including:
• -Well 32S/12E-24B1;
• 32S/12E-24B3;
• 32S/13E-30F3;
• 32S/13E-30N2; and
• 12N/35W-32C3 .
Data from the transducers will be downloaded during quarterly monitoring, calibrated as
needed, compensated for atmospheric pressure variation, then referenced to the project elevation .
model. This data will be subjected to QA/QC procedures then entered in the NCMA database. This ·
data will be interpreted and influences such as regional water level changes, tidal fluctuations, storm
surges, or system pumping discussed.
During previous years, based on discussion with the NCMA Technical Group, we have
completed rehabilitation of the two shallow Oceana CSD monitoring wells ("Green" and "Blue"). We
expect these wells to perform satisfactorily, however. we will not submit water samples to the
laboratory for analysis if the wells do not respond to purging in a manner that suggests reasonable
connection with the water-bearing zones through which the wells are screened. We will continue to
sample Oceana CSD Well No. 8 instead of the Oceana CSD "Silver" Monitoring Well due to
apparent damage to the "Silver" Well.
TASK 1.4 NCMAGROUNDWATER DATA ANALYSIS
The Fugro team will compile and review all data from quarterly ground-water measurements
and laboratory analysis, as well as any applicable data collected by the County of San Luis Obispo.
In addition, the team will collect and compile any data available from the NCMA ·Technical Group
relating to ground water levels, well production, and water quality. All data will be subjected to
review for quality assurance, including evaluation of field notes and laboratory records. The data will
be evaluated and indications of potential hazards (such as well interference, water quality
degradation, and seawater intrusion) will be identified._ Alternative means of showing changes of
water quality may be selected to identify trends, including use of stiff, piper, or trilinear diagrams.
Data from continuous monitors will be interpreted and influences such as tidal fluctuations, storm
surges, or nearby pumping discussed. The data and analysis will be included in the quarterly report
sent to the NCMA Technical Group within five weeks of the end of each quarter.
Water level data will be used to generate hydrographs and contour maps for the annual
report. Water level contour maps during spring and fall conditions will be generated. Historical
groundwater contours published in previous reports will be reviewed. Historical hydrograph wells
used in the program will be reviewed, including review of the available well logs and construction
detail to ensure the samples are representative of the formation being monitored. We will calculate
and provide a diagram of the "three well index." We have prepared a preliminary review of the index
and support its use as an empirical indicator of potential sea water intrusion. However we
recommend · a more detailed evaluation of the index should occiJr in conjunction with the
development of additional· ground water information that will occur as part of the Santa Maria
Groundwater Basin Characterization and Planning Activities project.
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Representative plots of historical water quality time-series data for key constituents will be
generated at wells with adequate control to show changes over time in mineral concentrations for
these key constituents. Special attention will be paid to coastal wells. Individual tables will be
prepared to summarize changes and basic statistics will be analyzed. If the data is available from .
prior, complete mineral analysis, we will prepare Stiff diagrams to characterize the water and show
any changes over time in the ion ratios. If it appears that there may be changes, we would further
evaluate the data using trilinear plots. If data trends are observed, we may plot mineral
concentrations on the maps for representative time periods to evaluate spatial and temporal trends.
TASK 1.5 HYDROLOGIC DATA COMPILATION
Several sets of hydrologic data are essential for preparation of the Annual Report. Some
(such as weather data) will be obtained directly from outside sources. Others (such infiltration data)
will be estimated based on outside data and established methodology. We propose to use the
approach currently employed in data collection and analysis. However, we believe that some
current methodology could be improved in areas mentioned below. We will consult with the NCMA
Project Manager and will recommend appropriate changes in the 2013 Annual Report.-During the
project, if the Fugro team recognizes other potential improvements to data sources or methodology
that would result in better or more efficient analysis, we will consult with the NCMA Project Manager
and either incorporate those improvements directly in our 1fOrk or suggest the changes for
subsequent annual reports, as appropriate. Historical monthly streamflow and precipitation data will
be consolidated and analyzed using spreadsheets and tools developed to present average, wet, and
dry year conditions and representative statistics, and to put current conditions in context of the
historical hydrology. Graphics explaining climatic and streamflow variability will be generated.
Weather Data
The Fugro team will employ the methodology developed for the Monitoring Program for the
NCMA, July 2008. As stated in our previous monitoring reports, the weather station data and
precipitation data are collected by San Luis Obispo County. The locations of seven selected stations
are shown in the Monitoring Program report. Historical rainfall data have been compiled on a
monthly basis for the NOAA Pismo Beach station for 1949 to 2005. Precipitation data from 2005 to
present are available from a County-operated rain gage in Oceana.
The present method is to request precipitation data collected from the County-operated rain
gage in Oceana, compiled monthly for incorporation into the annual report. Additional precipitation
data is acquired from County-operated rain gages on Arroyo Grande Creek upstream of the
NCMA, near Nipomo, and California Irrigation Management Information System (CIMIS)-
operated climate stations in Nipomo and San Luis Obispo for comparison purposes. Based on our
experience in developing the 2010 through 2012 reports, we will continue to use the established
methodology. During preparation of the Annual Report we will evaluate and make changes to the
CIMIS program and the efficacy of the methodology and may recommend modifications to the
method for obtaining and compiling precipitation data.
Evapotransplratlon
The Fugro team intends to follow the method developed for the monitoring program for the
NCMA, July 2008, and will consider modifications to the method for compiling evapotranspiration
data. As stated in our previous monitoring reports, CIMIS operates climate stations with
evapotranspiration (ET) information and other climate data across California. Many factors affect
ET, however, estimating ET using analytical and empirical equations is a common practice since
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measurement methods are expensive and time consuming. Reference crop (usually turf)
evapotranspiration, expressed in inches, is widely used as a reasonable estimate of ET rates.
Reference crops are either grass or alfalfa surfaces whose biophysical characteristics have been
studied extensively. ET from a standardized grass surface is commonly denoted as ETo whereas
ET from a standardized alfalfa surface is denoted as ETr. The American Society of Civil Engineers
(ASCE) recommends the use of ETos and ETrs, respectively, where ns" stands fo.r standardized
surface conditions. The logic behind the reference evapotranspiration •rate is to ·set. up weather
stations on standardized reference surfaces for which most biophysical propertie·s used in ET
equations are known. Using these known parameters and measured weather parameters, ET from
such surfaces is estimated. Then, a crop factor, commonly known as crop coefficient (Kc), is used
to calculate the actual evapotranspiration (ETc) for a ,specific crop in the same microcliniate as the
weather station site.
At the Nipomo CIMIS weather station-; the reference crop (with standard conditions for
calculating ETo) is a well-watered, actively growing, closely clipped grass that completely shades the
soil. The input variables used in the CIMIS equation and the steps to calculate ETo 8.re described
on the CIMIS website at http://www.cimis.water.ca.gov/clmis/. ·
The present method is to download data from the CIMIS website and add it to the monitoring
program database. The CIMIS Nipomo station has been in operatio'? from 1996 to' the present.
CIMIS operates two other stations near the City of San Luis Obispo (stations 52 and 160). These
stations have periods of record from 1986 and 2000, respectively. Data from these stations may be
used to confirm and/or supplement the data from the Nipomo station. · ...
Based on our experience in developing the previous reports, the Fugro team will use existing
data for the future monitoring years. In particular, the team will use ~T data already compiled in
published tables of specific net water use in water balances by the Cal Poly, SLO Irrigation Training
and Research Center (ITRC). Specifically, the calculation of applied water use .for irrigation
scheduling and net water use for a water balance will be accomplished by multiplying .the land use
acres (by crop type) by ETc values developed by Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. f<)r estimating
consumptive agricultural water use. ·
In past annual reports, the method of caiculation was based on past estimates of wet, dry, or
normal applied water estimates since the agricultural acres in the land use had not changed, the
applied water method remained the same calculation. In the future, we will use the IT"C published
tables of irrigation scheduling and specific net water use for use in water balances.
(http://www.itrc.org/etdata/etmain .htm)
Surface Water
The team intends to follow the established method developed for the monitoring program for
the NCMA. As stated in previous monitoring reports, surface water discharge data··are available
primarily from the County's network of data recording stream gages. The coll.ection of stream ·
discharge data is accomplished by measuring stream stage height and subsequently calculating
discharge from a stage-discharge curve. For high flows, the County uses Hydrologic Engineering
Centers River Analysis System (HEC-RAS) to develop rating curves from recorded flow depth.
When available, stage height data at each gage site are collected using a transducer in a stilling well
connected to a data logger with remote telemetry capability. Electronic stage height retords for this
gage would be used to calculate discharge using the County-maintained, stage-discharge curve,
when available.
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Currently, limited monitoring of surface water quality has been compiled in the area through
regulatory programs developed by the Regional Water Quality Control Board. To the extent that
surface water quality monitoring data are available, relevant and consistent with the state's Surface
Water Ambient Monitoring Program (SWAMP) guidelines, the Fugro team will incorporate that data
in the database and consider the information in development of the annual report. SWAMP
guidelines and protocols are available at:
htto://www .swrcb.ca.gov/water .. ·issues/proarams/swamp/qamp.shtml.
Under the present method, surface water discharge data support the calculation of stream
percolation to groundwater. The gauge on Arroyo Grande Creek near Arroyo Grande, originally
installed and operated by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), is stated to have the most
consistent stage-discharge curve for conversion of stage height to stream discharge. The County
. maintai~s five stream gages on Arroyo Grande Creek and one on Los Berros Creek. The team will
continue to compile surface water stage data available from San Luis Obispo County's monitoring
network of electronic stream gages. These data will be requested from the County annually. A
rating curve, to calculate flow rates, is available from the former USGS gage on Arroyo Grande
Creek. The Fugro team will continue to use the Arroyo Grande Creek Gauge. Once rating curves
become available for the other surface water sites, the additional data from these stations may be
used to assess stream infiltration.
TASK 1.6 NCMAWATER DEMAND AND AVAILABILITY ANALYSIS
The Fugro team will prepare a detailed analysis of water demand and availability within the
NCMA. Data collection and analysis shall be sufficient to determine land and water uses in the
NCMA, sources of supply to meet those uses, groundwater availability, the amount and disposition
of developed water supplies, and the amount and disposition of any other water ,supply sources
within the NCMA. The approach and tabulation of results will be included in the annual report.
Detailed methodology will be provided as an appendix.
For preparation of the 2013 Annual Report, we intend to generally follow the established
method developed for the Monitoring Program for the NCMA, July 2008. However, as performed as
part of the 2012 Annual Report, we will continue to use a modified approach to calculate applied
irrigation for agricultural demand, the results of which were very close (within 2 percent) to the
previous method.
Each component of water use will be evaluated using available land use data, urban water
management plans, and population data. Urban demands are based on actual production. Rural
demand is estimated, but because it is such a small component of the total water demand, we
suggest continuing to rely on previous estimates so long as no significant land use changes occur,
which will be confirmed with the San Luis Obispo Agricultural Commissioner ..
Applied irrigation demand is an indirect estimate using crop-type specific irrigation
requirements by acre and land use data. The project engineer will calculate the applied irrigation
demand based on table values for irrigation scheduling and net water use by crop and irrigation
methods provided by the ITRC (www.itrc.org).
The NCMA has three major sources of water supply: Lopez Reservoir, California State Water
Project (SWP), and groundwater. All four municipalities in the NCMA receive water from Lopez
Reservoir. Data on the volume of Lopez deliveries will be compiled for each municipality and entered
into the NCMA database. Expected deliveries for future years will be estimated based on
information from the NCMA TG and County of San Luis Obispo.
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The City of Pismo Beach and Oceano Community Services District receive water from the
SWP. Data on the volume of water delivered to these municipalities will be compiled in the NCMA
database. Estimates of SWP annual allocations for long-term contractors will be obtained from the
Department of Water · Resources website on SWP analysis and water deliveries
(http://www.swpao.water.ca.gov/deliveries/).
Groundwater pumping data are recorded by location and volume by the NCMA. Non-urban
domestic and agricultural groundwater pumping is estimated. These data will be compiled in the
NCMA database. Other sources of recharge into the groundwater basin include storm-water
recharge ponds operated by the cities that are not presently measured and entered into the NCMA
database.
Threats to Water Supply
The· currently identified threats to NCMA water supply include state-wide and local drought,
climate change including sea level rise, reduction in amounts or reliability of SWP deliveries, and
seawater intrusion.
A number of. factors can affect availability and quality of water supplies. In order to
understand the threats, all factors must be considered. Therefore, we will review Integrated
Regional Water Management Plans being updated in the Santa Barbara and San L1.;1is Obispo
Regions. As a result of this review, we will incorporate the following into the discussion: ·,
• Local environmental issues (such as the status of the Arroyo Grande Creek Habitat
Conservation Plan);
• Potential importation of supplemental supplies into the NMMA;
• Potential sources of contamination (such as leaking underground tanks or sources of nitrates)
and the effects of regulation; and
• Land use changes.
In addition, we will identify other processes that may provide more specificity to factors such
as climate change.
TASK 1.7 2013 NCMA ANNUAL REPORT PREPARATION
The Fugro team will prepare an administrative Draft Annual Report for the NCMA Technical
Advisory Group. The report will be based on data collected and analysis performed as described
above, on other data that may become available, and on ongoing discussions with the NCMA
Technical Group and the NCMA Project Manager. Minimum contents of the report will include the
following:
• Summary of the 2013 NCMA groundwater monitoring;
• Changes in groundwater supplies;
• Threats to the groundwater basin;
• Tabulation of NCMAwater use;
• Imported water availability and use;
• Return flow entitlement and use; and
• Developed water availability and use.
The team is mindful that other related information may be important to the NCMA Technical
Group. The Fugro team will incorporate information as appropriate, with the concurrence of the
NCMA Project Manager, and as resources allow.
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Electronic copies of a preliminary draft Annual Report (the administrative draft) will be
provided to the NCMA and legal counsel a minimum of eight weeks prior to release of the draft
report to NCMA and Nipomo Mesa Management Area via e-mail at least three weeks prior to the
deadline for the final report. All comments on the draft report will be compiled and incorporated into
the final report. Two bound copies of the final report will be delivered to each member of the NCMA
Technical Group and to the legal counsel. Electronic copies of the final 2013 Annual Report will be
provided in PDF fonnat along with all electronic database files and calculation files used in
preparation of the report. The NCMA groundwater monitoring database, including spreadsheets,
word documents and GIS shape-files use for creating maps and contours, associated with preparing
the NCMA Annual Report will be transmitted to the NCMA Technical Group under separate cover.
Optional Task: Preparation of the 2014 and 2015 NCMA Annual Monitoring
The Fugro team proposes to provide groundwater monitoring, water quality analysis,
preparation of Quarterly Reports as well as support services for the preparation of the 2014 and
2015 Annual Reports. We propose to use the approach outlined in Tasks 1.f through 1.7 above.
We suggest that the specific task descriptions be reviewed in June of 2014 and June of 2015 with
the NCMA Project Manager so as to incorporate any changes that would improve the quality of the
evaluations or the efficiency of the process. For planning purposes, we expect the level of effort in
subsequent years will be roughly equivalent to the current effort proposed for the 2013 Annua,I
Report. Our services would be offered at the rates in effect at the time a contract amendment or_
new contract is approved.
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SCHEDULE
Meeting the NCMA schedule is of the utmost importance to the Fugro team. The team will
adhere strictly to the schedule outlined in the request for proposal through close management of the
team and communication and coordination with the NCMA Project Manager, NCMA members, and
the County of San Luis Obispo. Any deviation from the detailed schedule discussed below will be
immediately addressed by the project manager and solutions conveyed to the NCMA Project
Manager.
The Fugro team will provide a detailed schedule of all tasks, anticipated meetings, and report .
preparation efforts within 14 days of the Notice to Proceed. This schedule will be finalized based on
the actual notice-to-proceed date and the results of the kickoff meeting. We have outlined a general
schedule below:
Event Timing
~~~-~-~----~---~--~~~~·--=---~
Notice to Proceed September 6, 2013
Kickoff Meeting Week of September 9, 2013
Detailed Schedule On or before September 16, 2013
Meeting (Schedule and Data Collection) Week of September 23, 2013
Draft Outline On or before October 15, 2013 (Tuesday)
Sampling Events (Coordinated with County of San October, 2013
Luis Obispo) January 2014
April 2014
' July2013
Quarterly Reports Submitted to NCMA I November 2013
February 2014
May2014
August2014
Quarterly Sampling Coordinates/ Results Meetings November 2013
February 2014
May2014
NMMA and SMVMA Coordination Meetings November 2013
March 2014
Administrative Draft Annual Report to Water Rights February 11, 2014
Counsel
Draft Annual Report to NCMA and Nipomo Mesa MA April 9, 2014
Draft 2013 NCMA Annual Report Meeting April 15,2014
Final Report Due April30,2014
• Third quarter monitoring to occur after Notice to Proceed
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FEE PROPOSAL
Fugro proposes to provide the services described above on a time and materials basis
with a not to exceed amount of $125,000. Table 1 shows the cost of each task and ·
subcontractor.
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Fee Proposal for 2013 NCMA Annual Report Northern Cities Management Area
Technlcal Group San Luis Obispo County, California
Labor Cost Subcontractors Subtotal Description Expenses
w._ __ •• n-----w --' ------··-···-·--· --------------------------------~---'-------------
Task 1.1 Develop Detailed Groundwater Monitoring and Report Schedule 645 --624
Task 1.2 Meetings Project Management and Communication 8,630 500 3,933 13,063
Task 1.3 Groundwater Monitoring, Water Quality Sampling, Quarter1y Reports 34,240 27,465 12,512 74,217
Task 1.4 Groundwater Data Analysis 5,615 500 2,116 8,231
Task 1.5 Hydrologic Data Compilation 3,390 -2,519 5,909
Task 1.6 Water Demand and Availability Analysis 1,630 -6,745 8,357
Task 1. 7 Annual Report Preparation 7,040 -7.418 14.458
Subtotal 61,190 28.465 35,242 124,897
Labor Classification Rate Non-task Specific Direct Costs (Expenses and Subcontractors) ----________ ....... ,. ___ ,,,,.,,,
-----------~.,,.,,.,.,-...... --7--...,
Project Manager (Sorensen) $215 Expenses Rate Units
Project Engineer (Schaefer) $201 Subconsultants Sampling TIM
Principal Geologist (Almy) s 127 Mileage S0.55 Mile
Project Hydrogeologist (Nicely) $150 Reproduction Task Spef TIM
Sr. CADD Drafter and Designer $95 Shipping Task Spef TIM
Technical Word Processor, Administrative Staff s 75 Laboratory Testing TaskSpef TIM
Equipment Rental TaskSpef TIM
Consumables Task Spef .TIM
Per Diem Task Spef day
Markup at 15%
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CONFLICT OF INTEREST
No member of the Fugro team represents any party in the adjudication of the Santa
Maria Ground Water Basin.
INFORMATION TO BE PROVIDED BY THE NCMA TECHNICAL GROUP
Fugro will provide the necessary resources and services to execute the scope of work
described above and in coordination with the NCMA Technical Group will provide the ~ollowing
data:
• Monthly water usage data by source (groundwater pumping, Lopez deliveries, State Water
Project deliveries)
• Review of administrative draft report and the draft report, timely comments on inquiries for
additional information
Fugro assumes that the NCMA Technical Group will support the Fugro team in its efforts
to develop appropriate contacts with the County of San Luis Obispo, Nipomo Mesa
Management Area, Santa Maria Valley Management Area, and other sources of necessary
data.
This cost estimate is baseq on the assumption the essential historical data is -available
digitally. ·
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Resume
Paul A. Sorensen, CEG, CHg
Water Resources Manager/Principal Hydrogeologist
Education:
MA, Geology, University of California, Santa Barbara, 1980
BS, Geological Sciences, University of Washington, Seattle, 1975
Professlonal Registration:
Professional Geologist, California, No. 5154
Certified Engineering, California, Geologist No. 1617
Certified Hydrogeologist, California, No. 154
Experience:
Mr. Sorensen has more than 25 years experience managing and directing projects related to hydrogeology,
geology and engineering geology, with specific expertise in groundwater supply, basin analysis, and water
resource management. His technical expertise includes regional groundwater basin analyses; perennial yield
and basin water balance calculations; groundwater quality studies; aquifer test analyses; and water well,
injection well, and monitoring well design and construction. Recent work has included serving as the
responsible hydrogeologist for a variety of basin-wide water resource projects including basin analyses and
basin-wide water balance and hydrologic budget conceptualization and calculations, and basin-wide numerical
modeling. ;
• Cambria Community Services District, Cambria Desalination Facility. Performed hydrogeological
feasibility studies of potential sites for the proposed desalination facility, and developed a detailed
exploratory program for investigation of the beach environment at San Simeon Creek beach to evaluate
depth, lithology, and hydrogeologic characteristics of the aquifer for the purpose of assessi!lg the
feasibility of utilizing beach wells, collector well systems, or slant well sea water intake facilities. The
exploratory program will include cone penetrometer testing, sonic core drilling, hollow stem auger drilling
and construction of test wells, long-term pumping tests, and water quality monitoring to assess seasonal
water quality fluctuations. Provided technical background, assistance, and testimony throughout
regulatory permitting process.
• County Of San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles Groundwater Basin Study. Conducted a basin analysis,
safe yield study, numerical modeling, and simulation of potential basin-wide buildout scenarios of the
Paso Robles Groundwater Basin. The project included compilation and collection of an extensive data
base of water wells and water quality analyses, characterization of aquifer conditions, definition of the
lateral and vertical extent of the basin, and basin definition. Pumping test data were analyzed to
ascertain aquifer characteristics, water level data were compiled, water level and change in water level ·
contour maps were prepared, and aquifer storage volumes and change in storage volumes were
calculated. A hydrologic budget (water balance) for the basin was calculated using both the change in
storage method and the inventory method, and the perennial yield was calculated. Development of the
numerical model refined the calculated perennial yield figure, and simulated the impacts to the basin
from several potential buildout scenarios.
• City of Santa Paula Water Recycling Facility. Participated in development of a groundwater flow
model to simulate the local mounding impacts of discharging treated wastewater into a system of
percolation ponds in the vicinity of the Santa Clara River.
• Atascadero Mutual Water Company. Participated in development of a groundwater flow and solute
transport model to evaluate the local impacts on unconfined and confined water levels of intentionally
recharging water from Lake Nacimiento in percolation ponds in the vicinity of the Salinas River.
• Templeton Community Services District, Various· Investigations. As District Hydrogeologist, Mr.
Sorensen is involved in all water supply evaluation and development projects for the CSD.
Investigations include evaluation of presence and distribution of Salinas River underflow to identify the
District's legal rights to groundwater; groundwater flow modeling and calculation of basin yield; feasibility
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production wells .
Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District, Cummings Valley Groundwater Basin Model. Mr.
Sorensen acted as Project Manager and Lead Investigator to conduct a basin analysis and safe yield
study of the Cummings Valley Groundwater Basin. The project included compilation of data from all
water wells in the basin, preparation of geologic and hydrogeologic cross sections, and development of a
conceptual model of the basin, including a hydrologic budget. Second phase work included the
development and calibration of a numerical flow model to be used as a predictive tool for groundwater
management scenarios. As part of the work, water level data were compiled, water level and chang-e in
water level contour maps were prepared, and aquifer storage volumes and change in storage volumes
were calculated. Additionally, the hydrologic budget (water balance) for the basin was calculated using
both the change in storage method and the inventory method, and the perennial yield was calculated for
the basin .
Bear Valley Community Services District, Tehachapi, California. Production Well Field Analysis;
Feasibility Analysis, Conceptual Design, Water Rights Evaluation, and Implementation of Inter-Basin
Water Transfer Agreement; Alluvial Basin Safe Yield Analysis; Recharge Pond Feasibility Investigations;
Well Rehabilitation; Alluvial Basin Nitrate Contamination Investigation; and New Well Design and
Construction. Long-term relationship as contract Distrjct geologist includes the analysis of production
and water quality history of 25-well production well field to pro"'.ide options for increasing supplies.
Additional tasks completed include preparation of Water Supply Master Plan; technical analysis for
feasibility investigation of proposed inter-basin water transfer arrangement between CSD and
neighboring District; feasibility analysis of artificial recharge surface infiltration ponds designed to -
recharge basin with up to 2,000 acre feet of imported surface water per year; and design and
construction management of new groundwater production wells.
North of the River Municipal Water District and Oildale Mutual Water Company. Conceptual Model
of Groundwater Flow Patterns in Oildale Subbasin, Numerical Groundwater Flow Model and
Hydrogeologic Investigation of Oildale Groundwater Subbasin; Production Well Field Analysis; Well _
Rehabilitation; New Municipal Well Design and Construction. As District Geologist for NORMWD and
OMWC, Mr. Sorensen is involved in numerous groundwater investigations, including a multi-year, multi--
phase project to provide water supply management options to the two agencies. Ongoing projects
involve development of numerical groundwater flow model of subbasin to analyze perennial --yield,
groundwater flow patterns, and regional water quality. In cooperation with the Kem County Water
Agency, additional studies are ongoing to investigate the relationship of the basin aquifer with the nearby
shallow oil field operations. Previous tasks included_ performance and analysis of long-term pumping _
tests of agency water wells, well rehabilitation of wells that had experienced significant declines in
production and/or pumping water levels, and drilling and construction of new municipal production wells.
Santa Clara Valley Water District, San -Pedro and Maple Avenue Recharge Facilities. Project
Manager and lead investigator, as a subcontractor to Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, to conduct a feasibility
evaluation, project level field investigation, conceptual design, and preliminary layout of two 80-acre
ground water recharge/infiltration pond sites to enhance ground water basin production capabilities in the
Uagas Subbasin. Responsibilities included project management of geotechnical field investigation, long-
term evaluation of project effectiveness, and geotechnical considerations of pond design and layout.
Professional Affiliations:
• Association of Ground-Water Scientists and Engineers
• Groundwater Resource Assn. of California (past President, Central Coast Branch)
• Central Coast Geological Society (founding member, past President)
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Senior Project Hydrogeologist
Education:
BS, Soil Science, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, 1998
Additional Courses: Groundwater Modeling, Waterloo Hydrogeologic, 2003
Advanced Groundwater Modeling, Waterloo Hydrogeologic, 2003
Applied Ground Water Statistics, Sanitas Technologies, 2003
Fundamentals of Professional Practice, ASFE, 2007
Professional Registration:
Professional Geologist, California, No. 8377
Certified Hydrogeologist, California, No. 898
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 40-hr. Hazardous Waste Training (current December 2011)
Experience:
Mr. Nicely has 13 years of experience as a hydrogeologist in California managing projects related to
hydrogeology, and geology with specific expertise in groundwater supply, basin analysis, and water resource
management. Mr. Nicely's technical expertise includes design and construction management for water wells,
test wells, and monitoring wells; pumping tests and data analysis; evaluation 'of artificial recharge options;
groundwater modeling; regional groundwater basin analysis: perennial yield and basin water balance
calculations; groundwater quality studies: aquifer test analysis; salt water intrusion analysis; water quality and
surface water-groundwater interaction studies. His responsibilities have included all aspects of project planning
and implementation; field activities; data collection, compilation and analyses: client contact; interaction with
regulatory agencies and report preparation.
Mr. Nicely has experience with contractor observation for drilling, well construction, and well development;
sample collection and lithologic logging; evaluation of downhole geophysical data; coordination and
performance of well and aquifer tests; analysis of aquifer test data; and water quality monitoring, sampling and
testing. He is experienced -with use of Geographic Information System (GIS) to aid in interpretation and
presentation of data including groundwater surfaces, land utilization and precipitation distribution. ·
Mr. Nicely also has geotechnical laboratory experience where he has coordinated, performed, and reported the
results of various tests on earth materials, including Atterberg Limits, grain-size distribution, hydrometer
analyses, etc. In addition, Mr. Nicely has contributed to projects through data compilation, management and
presentation utilizing the application of hydrogeologic principles, soil evaluation and watershed characterization.
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• Municipal Well Installations, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission. Installed six large
diameter municipal wells for potable water supply. Performed project observation of mud rotary drilling,
geologic logging, groundwater well installation; development, pressure transducer installation of multiple
surrounding wells for pump testing by step drawdown and constant rate pump tests; analysis of well
production capability and preparation of reports.
• Hydropunch Exploration and Groundwater Sampling, Los Angles Department of Water and
Power, Culver City. Coordinated and performed permitting, utility clearance, contractor observation for
two CPT hydropunch borings for the collection of groundwater samples public rights-of-way.
• Groundwater Sampling, Los Angles Department of Water and Power, Los Angeles. Coordinated
and performed groundwater sampling activities from monitoring wells associated with construction of the
Headworks reservoirs adjacent Griffith Park.
• Municipal Well Installations, California Water Service, King City. Installed two large ·diameter ·
groundwater wells for potable water supply. Performed observation of mud rotary drilling, geologic
logging, groundwater well installation; development, pump testing of wells by step drawdown and
constant rate pump tests; analysis of well production capability and preparation of reports.
• Pumping Tests, Inner Harbor Navigation Channel/East Bank Industrial Area, New Orleans,
Louisiana. Mr. Nicely coordinated and managed all field work and reporting related to the performance
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of four pumping tests with multiple monitoring wells for the Inner Harbor Navigation Canal (IHNC)
Floodwall project. The field work for this project included installation of 42 monitoring wells and four
pumping wells, as well as associated development, instrumentation with water level pressure
transducers, slug testing and multiple constant-rate and constant head pumping tests. Pump tests were.
conducted on a 24-hour basis over a 5 to 7 day period .
Munlclpal Well No. 20 Installation, Ventura Waterworks District No. 1. Coordinated and conducted
all filed activities related to the construction of a large diameter production well including contractor
observation for drilling, well construction and development; sample collection and lithologic logging,
evaluation of downhole geophysical data; coordination and performance of well and aquifer tests;
analysis of aquifer test data; and water quaiity monitoring, sampling and testing; and report preparation .
Agricultural Well Installation, California University, Channel Islands. Conducted field activities
related to construction of a agricultural water well including contractor observation for drilling, well
construction, and well development; lithologic logging; evaluation of downhole geophysical data;
coordination and performance of well and aquifer tests; analysis of aquifer test data, and reporting.
Bixler Site Investigation, East Bay Municipal Utility District. Performed field activities associated
with installation of five monitoring wells in order to explore the spatial extent of an aquifer;. performed
contractor observation for drilling, development· and aquifer pump testing of each well; performed
lithologic logging and sample collection; analysis of aquifer test data; and report preparation.
Well Destruction Coordination, Vulcan Materials Company. Coordinated the destru6tion of 17 water
production and monitoring wells in compliance with County of Ventura destruction requirements .
Pala·Mine Investigation, Vulcan Materials. Compiled and analyzed groundwater quality, agricultural
use, and climatic data to establish the extent of influence of surficial gravel mining operations on
groundwater quality and supply. Perfonned historic soil moisture balance analysis and developed
hydrogeologic cross sections to determine influence of mining operations on local groun~water recharge.
Dewatering Well Installations, Big Rock Mesa Landslide Assessment District. Coordinated and
conducted all phases of work related to installation of two dewatering wells including project planning,
well design, contractor observation for drilling, lithologic logging, construction, development, pumping
aquifer tests; water quality sample coordination and analysis; and NPDES permit compliance oversight.
Test Well Installations, Zone 7 Water Agency, Livermore Area, Callfornla. Performed permitting,
field and reporting activities related to the installation of 8 test wells and 8 associated monitoring wells
including contractor observation for drilling, lithologic logging, evaluation of downhole geophysical data,
well construction, development, pumping aquifer tests; water quality sample coordination and analysis;
NPDES permit compliance oversight; and assistance with report preparation.
Cambria· Desalination Facility Hydrogeology Studies, USACE; Los Angeles District. As a
subcontractor under contract to the USACE, Los Angeles District. Performed hydrogeological feasibility
studies of potential sites for a proposed desalination facility. Developed a detailed exploratory program
for the environment at San Simeon Creek beach to evaluate depth, lithology, and hydrogeologic
characteristics of the aquifer to assess feasibility of using beach wells, collector well systems, or slant
well sea water intake facilities. Exploratory program of CPT soundings, sonic core drilling, hollow stem
auger drilling and construction of test wells, long-term pumping tests, and water quality monitoring to
assess seasonal water quality fluctuations. Provided technical assistance and testimony during
regulatory permitting process.
Aquifer Analyses for Desalination Site Selection Study, City of Long Beach. Performed extensive
exploratory drilling and aquifer analyses related to the determination of the local geologic and intake
· · capacity of an infiltration gallery on the beach for a proposed seawater intake system in Long Beach.
City of Santa Paula Water Recycling Facility. Assisted in development of a groundwater flow model
to simulate the local mounding impacts of discharging treated wastewater into a system of percolation
ponds in the vicinity of the Santa Clara River.
Groundwater-Surface Water Interaction Study, City of Ventura. Coordinated and conducted all field
activities related to the evaluation of the nature of the interaction between ephemeral surface water flow
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and ground water in a 6-mile section of a river system. Tasks performed included collection of
groundwater level measurements, streamflow measurements, compilation of historical streamflow data,
calculations of streamflow characteristics, surveying of active stream channel extent, calculation of
groundwater isohyetal surfaces, compilation and creation of a GIS database .
Groundwater Quality Impacts Assessment, Ventura Regional Sanitation District. Created
database and analyzed historic water quality data at three landfills in Ventura County to assist District
with regulatory compliance issues following landfill closures. Statistically analyzed data and created
water quality hydrographs to determine influence of landfills on upper aquifer water quality.
• Municipal Well Installations, City of Ventura. Coordinated and conducted all phases of work related
to the installation of several large diameter production wells including project planning, contractor
observation for drilling, lithologic logging, well construction, well development, pumping aquifer tests;
water quality sample coordination and analysis; NPDES permit compliance oversight; and reporting.
• Water Resources Investigation, Kaweah Delta Water Conservation District. Conducted data
compilation, analysis and presentation of wide range of data sets for a basin-wide Water Resources
Investigation (WRI). Utilized GIS for management of data including historic water elevations, surface
water flow, precipitation, evapotranspiration and land utilization.
• Monitoring Well Siting Plan, Kaweah Delta Water Conservation District. Created a well siting plan
· 1 and GIS database for the installation of 12 monitoring wells in order to fill in water level data gaqs within
the water district taking into account public easements, proximity to adjacent water production wells, site
accessibility, and land use; and report preparation.
• Atascadero Mutual Water Company. Assisted in development of a groundwater flow and solute
transport model to evaluate the local impacts on unconfined and confined water levels of intentionally
recharging water from Lake Nacimiento in percolation ponds in the vicinity of the Salinas River.
• Aquifer Characterization and Safe Yield Analysis, Pismo Beach. Conducted a groundwater basin
safe yield study of an unnamed groundwater basin near Pismo Beach, California as part of a
Supplemental Environmental Impact Report. The project included compilation of data from water and oil
wells throughout the basin, preparation of geologic and hydrogeologic cross sections, groundwater level
and storage volume analysis, development of a hydrologic budget and safe yield for the basin.
• Wastewater Disposal Feasibility Study, City of Fiiimore. Developed a groundwater flow model to
simulate the surface disposal of treated wastewater permeate and subsequent groundwater mounding in
the vicinity of the confluence of the Sespe Creek and the Santa Clara River.
• Wastewater Disposal Feasibility Study, Plains Exploration and Production, San Luis Obispo
County. Performed all project planning and field work related to the exploration and assessment of two
areas for the proposed disposal of treated wastewater permeate in San Luis Obispo County. The study
included exploratory drilling, monitoring well installation, aquifer analyses, construction and testing of a
large pilot disposal basin, the interaction of groundwater and surface water and an analysis of thermal
interaction between creek water and local groundwater.
• Annual Groundwater Conditions Reports, Carpinteria Valley Water District. Performed all aspects
of the creation of annual groundwater. conditions reports required by their AB3030 Groundwater
Management Plan. lnterpretated and presented data on groundwater level and quality, surface water
quality, land use, groundwater pumpage and surface water delivery.
• On-Going Hydrogeologic Services, Verba Buena Water Company. Performs all hydrogeologic
services for a small water company in Ventura County including installation of a bedrock water supply
well, routine water level and quality data collection, and groundwater supply management.
• Municipal Well Installation, City of Soledad. Coordinated and conducted all field work related to the
installation of a large diameter production well including contractor observation for drilling, lithologic
logging, well construction, well development, pumping aquifer tests; water quality sample coordination
and analysis; NPDES permit compliance oversight; and report preparation.
• Municipal Well Installations, Golden California Water Company. Coordinated and conducted field
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work related to five large diameter production wells in Los Angeles County including project planning,
contractor observation for drilling, depth-specific zone testing, well construction, development, lithologic
logging, pumping aquifer tests; water quality sample coordination; NPDES permit compliance oversight;
and report preparation.
• Infiltration Capacity Analysis, Malibu-La Paz Ranch Development. Performed all site coordination,
drilling exploration, and aquifer characterization activities related to the construction of a groundwater
flow model to evaluate the impacts of proposed treated wastewater discharges into dispersal fields on
local groundwater levels related to a proposed commercial and retail development.
• Groundwater Monitoring Compliance Projects, Various Clients. Performed all aspects of routine
groundwater monitoring for several clients around Southern California. Collected groundwater level and
quality samples, compiled and analyzed water quality data, and prepared monthly and quarterly reports
in accordance with NPDES and CUP permits.
Professional Afflllatlons:
• Groundwater Resources Association of California
• Channel Counties Water Utilities Association Technical Division
• Coast Geologic Society
• ·National Ground Water Association
Supplementary Information:
FGL Environmental, Analytical Chemist responsible for analysis of water and soil for inorganic chemical, and
bacteriological constituents from domestic and observation wells in San Joaquin and Ventura Counties.
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Robert B. Almy, PG
Education
M.S., Geology, Western Washington Unversity
B.A., Geology, University of California Santa Barbara
Registration
Professional Geologist, California, No. 3802; Oregon, No. E-684
Background
Robert Almy is a professional geologist with 37 years of water resources and coastal development experience.
His experience includes managing water resources planning and development projects, groundwater
investigations, creating a storm water quality programs, establishing integrated regional water management,
obtaining major grants for a wide range of water related projects, and permitting and environmental review
for offshore petroleum development.
Mr. Almy has been in the forefront of environmental assessment, mitigation compliance, water resources
management, and regional planning in central California. He has led development of complex interagency
water resources and watershed planning studies, award winning regional water conservation and storm water
quality prograihs, as well as successful integrated regional water management plans. These projects typically
included an extensive public outreach component with presentations to advisory and stakeholders groups,
and coordinating with multi-discipline project teams. Mr. Almy has provided extensive testimony in court and
public hearing settings.
Experience
Northern Cities Management Area Annual Report, Northern Cities Technical Group, San Luis
Obispo County, CA (2011to2013). Mr. Almy served as project manager and principle investigator for the
ongoing annual evaluation of ground water supplies and development of a formal Annual Report submitted
annually to the court as part of an adjudication of the Santa Maria basin. Quarterly monitoing of coastal wells
was performed to evaluate risk of sea water intrusion in the northernmost part of the Santa Maria ground-
water basin. The evaluation included calculation of inflow from surface streams and storm-water retention
facilities, effects of agricultural development and inter-basin transfers. Historical trends in water quality and
piezometric surface as well as a discussion of ongoing water supply management are included in the Annual
Report.
Santa Barbara County Area-wide Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (IRWMP), Santa
Barbara County Water Agency, Santa Barbara County, CA (2005 to 2013). Mr. Almy ser\red as the
project manager responsible for the preparation of the Santa Barbara County IRWMP to meet the
requirements of the Integrated Regional Water Management Planning Act of 2002 (SB 1672). In addition, he
managed the process to apply for Planning, Implementation and Flood Management Grants pursuant to
Proposition 84. The Santa Barbara County Region adressed water supply and demand imbalance, water
quality in areas of urban growth, salinity and nutrient management and the need for improved flood
protection. The Santa Barbara County IRWMP incorporates a broad range of water supply reliability,
ecosystem restoration, and flood management strategies to address both long-term and emerging issues. The
IRWMP regional water management group (Cooperating Partners) comprise over 20 public agencies with
land and water management responsibilities, local stakeholders, and interested parties.
San Luis Obispo County and Central Coast Water Authority Exchange Study, Central Coast Water
Authority, Santa Barbara, CA (2011) Prepared Initial Study and Negative Declaration for an exchange of
water for capacity use within the Coastal Branch of the State Water Project. The environmental impact
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assessment was prepared pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). Analysis focused on
potential for growth and related increased use of other public services, air quality and storm-water runoff.
Water Supply Feasibility Assessment Report, Town of Glastonbury, Glastonbury, CT (2011) Mr. Almy
evaluated the adequacy of a proposed ground-water supply system in complex terrain and developed an
alternative evaluation based on water balance techniques used by the US Geological Survey in similar terrain
in the Puget Sound area, Washington. ·
Poso Creek Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (IRWMP), Semitropic Water Storage
District, Wasco, CA (2010 and 2012) The project's purpose was to evaluate the environmental impacts
associated with the implementation of groundwater banking and exchanges amongst and bet\\Teen Friant,
Cross Valley Central Valley Project (CVP) and Non-CVP Agricultural Contractors within the Poso Creek
Integrated Regional Water Management Plan Area. Mr. Almy was part of the team to successfully apply for a
$ 17 Million grant from the Department of Water Resources pursuant to Proposition 84. Hi.s focus was
development and write-up of information for projects to improve drinking water quality in 5 disadvantaged
communities and a project to establish wetlands around a major ground-water recharge project..For each
project he created a purpose and need statement as well as a complete and detailed project description based
on collaboration with project proponents and affected parties. ·
Shoreline Stabilization Projects, (CERCLA and DERP related) Southern Chesapeake Bay, VA (2009)
Mr. Almy evaluated shoreline retreat using historical and projected oceanographic conditions (focusing on
extreme storm and tide c~nditions) as a basis for design of shoreline stabilization at a former o~dnance depot.
Two areas of the site, including a closed landfill, were threatened by ongoing erosion and slopt: failure
exacerbated by partial measures implemented over the course of several decades. Consistent-With state and
federal guidelines, a "living shoreline" approach to stabilization was employed.
Subsurface Contamination Assessment, (DERP related) Active Military Base, MD (2~) Mr. Almy
provided an assessment of geologic conditions leading to development of iron flocculation in .a stream
adjacent to a closed landfill. Iron flocculation was demonstrated to be a natural phenomenon thus avoiding
extensive and expensive monitoring for potential contaminants from a nearby landfill.
Project Clean Water (surface-water quality) Program, Santa Barbara County, CA (1998:to 2008). Mr.
Almy established "Project Clean Water" to improve urban water quality throughout Sarita Barbara County.
He directed an initial water quality assessment and community-led problem definition process~ ·under his
management the program 1) instituted comprehensive educational programs, 2) developed anl:\ instituted an
illicit discharge detection and control program, 3) developed local land use and construction sit!! regulations
and monitoring for storm-water contr-01, 4) performed a comprehensive survey of public facil!ties, and 5)
installed and operated treatment control facilities at seven locations. Project Clean Water successfully
integrated Phase II NPDES storm-water regulations with other community-based efforts including
preparation of watershed plans; projects to divert non-storm flow to sanitary sewers; projects to convert areas
of septic systems to sanitary sewer; and water conservation to reduce non-storm water runoff.
NPDES Compliance Programs, Santa Barbara County, CA (1999 to 2008). Under contract with 4
incorporated cities within Santa Barbara County, Mr. Almy led county staff in development of NPDES
SWMP applications for each. As part of this process, he coordinated an initial water quality assessment and
community-led problem definition process in each city. Under his management the SWMP for each city 1)
instituted comprehensive educational programs, 2) developed and instituted an illicit discharge detection and
control program, 3) developed recommendations for integration with local land use and constti:iction site
regulations and monitoring for storm-water control, 4) performed a preliminary survey of public facilities, and
5) in two cities, installed and operated treatinent control facilities.
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Watershed Planning, Santa Barbara County, CA (2001 to 2008). Mr. Almy was instrumental in developing
watershed plans in three critical streams on the South Coast of the Santa Ynez Mountains in Santa Barbara
County. He established the proposed scope of each plan, assembled a local stakeholders' group, obtained
funding, and managed the overall planning process.
Development ofCWA303(d) listings and TMDLs, Santa Barbara County, CA (2000 to 2008). Mr.
Almy represented the County of Santa Barbara during state agency identification of impaired water bodies.
He provided the basis for not listing certain water bodies due to actual conditions found in the watershed.
When TMDLs were proposed for bacteria, nutrients, and Boron, Mr. Almy critiqued the basis of contaminant
assessment and selection of models to be used in this far reaching regulatory process in favor of a more
relevant and rational set of regulations.
Development and Evolution of a Regional Water Efficiency Program, Santa Barb:u-a County, CA
(1991 to 2008). Mr. Almy established and guided development of the county-wide regional water efficiency
program involving both urban and agricultural users. The program incl~ded conjunctive use and drought
cycle planning ~nd evolved to satisfy emerging state mandates. Aggressive public outreach and education,
consistent interagency coordination, and integration with supply planning led to the overall success of the
program. Several program elements won awards including the "Green Gardener" certification program that
was copied in several other regions. The US Bureau of Reclamation provided funding for development of a
drought contingency handbook for use throughout the southwestern region fo the United Satates. A
combination of state and local funding was used to implement residential and commercial rebate programs.
Modified Stonn Operations for Cachuma Reservoir, Santa Barbara County, CA (1998). Mr. Almy
managed staff who developed modification to operations of a water conservation project to allow reduction
of peak storm releases by as much as 40 percent. Mr. Almy prepared the technical report and operational
guidelines for use by US Bureau of Reclamation. The operations included procedures to ensure that no water
supply would be lost as a result of the modified operations to water districts utilizing the reservoir.
State Water Project Table A Reacquisition Process Santa Barbara County Water Agency and Central
Coast Water Authority, Santa Barbara County, CA (2008 to present). Mr. Almy has assisted the county
and CCWA in their development of a process to reacquire 12,214 AFY of suspended Table A allotment from
the State Water Project. Mr. Almy has developed historical evaluations, provided cost assessments, and
evaluated environmental issues associated with increasing the amount of Table A allotment available to
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Regional Weather Modification Program, Santa Barbara County, CA (1991 to 2007). Mr. Almy
managed the regional weather modification program ("cloudseeding") intended to increase the yield of local
reservoirs and recharge to groundwater basins. Under his direction the program was expanded to include
portions of watersheds in a neighboring county.
Courses Taught
• Environmental Impact Assessment, Environmental Scudies Program, University of California, Santa
Barbara, 1990-2007 (4 Unit Upper Division Course)
• Protecting Ground Water Qualiry, University of California, Davis "Short Course" for Agriculturalists,
2005-2007
• Cumnt Issues in Storm-water &gulation in California, Municipal Storm Water Programs (Phase I and II),
Lorman Seminars, March 2004 and March 2005
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Samuel W. Schaefer, P.E.
Senior Engineer
Samuel Schaefer is a registered engineer with almost three decades of
experience in agricultural, urban, and environmental water resources
projects. Mr. Schaefer has specific expertise in agricultural irrigation
and drainage; short-term and long-term water quality management
related to irrigation and drainage practices; preparing environmental
documents in support of projects, litigation and water rights;
understanding of California and Federal surface water supplies, water
markets, and regional groundwater conditions; and knowledge directing
teams, supervising and evaluating staff.
Experience in the Central Valley includes managing an integrated
regional water management plan (IRWM Plan) and implementation of
conjunctive use and conveyance facilities improvement projects. Mr.
Schaefer is a dynamic leader with technical expertise, along with a
strong knowledge of administrative, fiscal and personnel management
principles. His technical experience balanced with people skills, which
have-been developed while working in university, federal, and private
entities as well as managing a family farm opewtion.
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION
M.S., Agricultural Engineering/Water
Resources, South Dakota State University
B.S .. Agricultural Engineering, South
Dakota State University
EXPERIENCE IN THE INDUSTRY
30 years
EXPERIENCE WITH GEi
7 years
REGISTRATIONS AND LICENSES
Professional Civil Engineer, CA No. 66337
Professional Engineer, CO No. 38324
Poso Creek Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (IRWM Plan), Semitropic Water Storage
District, Wasco, CA. Project Manager responsible for facilitating and implementing an IRWM Plan for the Poso
Creek Group; Semitropic Water Storage District is the lead agency cooperating with neighboring agricultural
districts, disadvantaged communities, and stakeholders within the plan's region. The IRWM Plan has
implementation of groundwater banking and exchanges amongst and between Friant, Cross Valley Central Valley
Project (CVP) and Non-CVP Agricultural Contractors. A primary goal is to utilize a streamlined process in place -
with the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation), State of California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and
Kern County Water Agency (KCWA) for approval for groundwater banking and exchanges amongst Central
Valley Project (CVP) Contractors and Non-CVP Contractors (NCVPC) within the Plan Area.
Agriculture Water Management Plans, Semitropic Water Storage District and North Kem Water Storage
District, Bakersfield, CA. Provided an Agriculture Water Management Plan for each district.
Santa Barbara County Water Agency, Water Supply and Demand Current Uses and Future Estimates,
Santa Barbara County, CA (December 2011 to Present). Agricultural water use and demand information for
the water supply and water demand assessment. -
Northern Cities Management Area, Annual Monitoring Reports, Gries of Grover Beach, Arroyo Grande,
Pismo Beach, and Oceana Community Services District, CA Qanuary 2011 to Present). Calculation of
agricultural applied water for irrigation. The report is submitted annually to the court as part of an adjudication of
the Santa Maria basin. -
Groundwater Assessment for the Santa Maria Valley, Santa Barbara County Salt and Nutrient Planning
Workgroup, Santa Barbara County, CA Qanuary 2012 to Present). Information gathering on agricultural water
management practices, summary of nutrient management practices, and preparation of salt and nutrient balance .
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Samuel W. Schaefer, P.E. Page 2
Hydrologic Inventory ofNipomo Mesa Management Area, Nipomo Community Services District,
Nipomo, CA. Provided to an expert witness the urban and agricultural consumptive use values for the
hydrologic inventory. Prepared exhibits for expert testimony as part of the Santa Maria Groundwater Litigation.
Gunnison Basin Selenium Task Force Support, Gunnison Basin Selenium Task Force, Grand Junction,
CO. Technical support to and interaction with a citizen-led task force working to resolve irrigation induced water
quality issues in the Upper Colorado River System.
Denver Technical Services Center-Quality Asswance Manager, '(J.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Denver,
CO. Served as the Quality Assurance Manager for five years; reported directly to the Leadership Team that
consists of five technical group Managers who managed all resource groups.
Animas-La Plata Project, U.S. Bweau of Reclamation, Durango, CO. Conducted a soils and drainage
evaluation for trace element concentrations in agricultural drain water for the technical team on a supplemental
final environmental impact statement.
Federal and State Grant Funding
Prepared Federal grant proposals for implementing the non-structural and structural Poso Creek IRWM Plan
projects and coordinated GEi teams that applied for and implemented projects.
FederaDy fimded Projects indude: ··'i
• System Optimization Review for Poso Creek IR WM Plan
• North and South lnterties between North Kern WSD and Shafter-Wasco ID
• Pond-Poso Spreading and Recovery Facility, Semitropic WSD
• Calloway Canal to Lerdo Canal Interconnection, North Kern WSD
• Cross Valley Canal to Calloway Canal Interconnection, Cawelo WD
• Calloway Canal Lining, Cawelo WD and North Kern WSD
• Madera Avenue Intertie, Semitropic WSD, Shafter-Wasco ID, Kern-Tulare ID, and DEID
• Conservation Improvements for Return of Banked Water, Semitropic WSD
• Pond-Poso Retention Pond -Intake Structure and Adjustable Weirs, Semitropic WSD
State Funded Projects indude:
• 2005 Groundwater Monitoring Improvement Project -Final Report, Semitropic WSD
• Canal Modernization, Measurement, and Remote Monitoring to Manager District Wide Water Use
Efficiency, Consolidated Irrigation District
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
American Society of Civil Engineers
Groundwater Resources Association of California
Environmental Water Resources Institute of ASCE
U.S. Committee on Irrigation and Drainage
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CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT ATTACHMENT 2
AMENDMENT NO. 4
This Fourth Amendment ("Fourth Amendment") to Consultant's Services Agreement ("CSA") by
and between the CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE and WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING INC.
(WSC), is made and entered into this day of September 2013, based on the
following facts:
WHEREAS, the parties entered into a CSA dated March 16, 2010 to provide as-needed staff
extension services to the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Advisory Committee
(NCMA); and
WHEREAS, the parties entered into a First Amendment to CSA dated September 26, 2011 to
provide support services to the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group; and
WHEREAS, the parties entered into a Second Amendment to CSA dated September 25, 2012
to provide support services to the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group; and
WHEREAS, the parties entered into a Third Amendment to CSA dated January 22, 2013 for
additional costs related to associated technical support related to coordinated management of
the groundwater basin; and
WHEREAS, the parties desire to further modify the CSA as set forth herein.
NOW THEREFORE, for valuable consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby
acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
1. The CSA is amended to include the additional services at the increased cost related
to the 2013 Annual Report and related coordinated technical support as specified in
Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
2. The term of the CSA shall expire on September 10, 2014.
3. Except as modified herein, all other terms and conditions set forth in the CSA, as
amended, shall remain unchanged.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, CITY and CONSULTANT have executed this Third Amendment the
day and year first above written.
WATER SYSTEMS CONSULTING INC.
By: _____________ _
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
By: _____________ _
Tony Ferrara
Mayor
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7/10/2013
Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group
Oceana Community Services District
City of Arroyo Grande
City of Grover Beach
City of Pismo Beach
SUBJECT: CONTRACT AMMENDMENT TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES FOR THE NORTHERN CITIES
MANAGEMENT AREA TECHNICAL GROUP FOR FY 2013-14_UPDATED
Dear NCMA TG Member Agencies,
This letter is intended to serve as an amendment to the individual Consultant's Services Agreements, by and
between Water Systems Consulting, Inc. (WSC) and the Oceana Community Services District (OCSD) and the
Cities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach and Pismo Beach, to provide ongoing support services to lead various
technical and managerial activities in support of the Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group
(NCMA TG) for FY 2013-14.
Mr. Jeff Szytel will serve as the Principal-In-Charge and Mr. Daniel Heimel will serve as the Project Engineer and
lead resource for WSC. Additional support will be provided by WSC staff and/or specialty sub-consultants as-
needed. Consistent with our ongoing staff extension services role, it is envisioned that these activities would
include the following tasks:
Task 1. Staff Extension
WSC will serve as an extension of the NCMA member agencies' staff to manage the activities of the NCMA TG.
WSC's activities are expected to include:
• Organize and lead NCMA TG meetings
• Attend Zone 3 TAC meetings on behalf of the NCMA TG
• Review analysis and recommendations for the items on the committee agendas
• Advise on proposals by the County
• Provide additional research and options as-needed
• Provide independent technical review of various work products
• Provide as-needed technical and/or managerial support
• Participate and coordinate regional water management activities on behalf of the NCMA TG
• Provide Annual Report Project Management, including:
o Contract coordination and administration
o Management of project budget and schedule
o Coordination with the consultant(s) and NCMA member agencies to set meetings, obtain data,
and maintain project progress
o Technical review of consultant deliverables
o City Council and Board of Directors presentations
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EXHIBIT A
NCMA TG, page 2 7/10/2013
Task 2. Deep Percolation Analysis
WSC will complete the Deep Percolation Analysis for the NCMA as part of the ongoing characterization of the
geology and hydrogeology of the SMGB and as one of the components necessary for the eventual
development of a groundwater model. The Deep Percolation Analysis was previously scheduled for FY 2012-
13, but has been postponed until FY 2014-15 to allow for the completion of the SMGB Characterization
project.
Task 3. Project Management -SMGB Characterization
WSC will provide project management for the Santa Maria Groundwater Basin (SMGB) Characterization
project. Project management is expected to include:
• Contract coordination and administration
• Coordination assistance with the selected consultant
• Data request assistance on behalf of the NCMA Agencies
• Participation on the Steering Committee
• Review of the draft and final reports and interim deliverables
Fee
The fees for the staff support services are shown in Table 1 below and are divided amongst the OCSD and the
Cities of Arroyo Grande, Grover Beach, Pismo Beach based on SMGB groundwater allocation (including ag
conversions}, see Table 2 below.
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NCMA TG, page 3
Table 1. Cost Share -NCMA Staff Support Services
Task 1
NCMA TG Staff Extension Services
Task 2
Deep Percolation Analysis
Task 3
Project Management -Groundwater
Basin Characterization
Total
Agency Cost Share
_ Arroyo G~a_nd~
Grover Beach
OCSD
Pismo Beach
$79,000
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r--------------------·-] i Postponed until FY 2014-15
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L___ ____ ---------------------~
$9,000
L __ _ !
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$88,000
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$27,280.00
:---$i8,-160:00 _______ 1
$18,480.00
$14,080.~ ___ _J
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Table 2. Groundwater Allocation Calculations
7/10/2013
Arroyo Grande
Grover Beach 1,198 209 1,407 0.32 ------900 ---~!!---------~!---900-. -1,----0:211
,_ ------------_______ _.; ______________ (_ -----------------_ __J.__ _______________ ,
OCSD
Pismo Beach 700 700 0.16
Total
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· 4,ooo ~ :: 4,330 , I ----·-----------~-----·-----__J__ __;L___
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NCMA TG, page 4 7/10/2013
We appreciate this opportunity to be of service, and look forward to supporting your ongoing efforts. If you
have any questions or would like to discuss this amendment, please call Jeff at (805} 457-8833, ext. 101 or Dan
at ext.104.
Sincerely,
Water Systems Consulting, Inc.
Jeffery M. Szytel, P.E., MBA
Principal
Approved and Accepted by:
Oceano Community Services District
Tom Geaslen
General Manager
City of Grover Beach
Greg Ray
Director/City Engineer
Daniel Heimel, P.E., M.S.
Project Engineer
City of Arroyo Grande
Teresa Mcclish
Director of Community Development
City of Pismo Beach
Benjamin Fine
Director/City Engineer
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Memorandum ATTACHMENT 3
Date: 8/23/2013
To: Northern Cities Management Area Technical Group
CC: None
Prepared by: 2013 Annual Report Selection Committee
SUBJECT: RECOMMONDATION TO HIRE FUGRO/GEI CONSULTANTS TO CONDUCT QUARTERLY GROUNDWATER
MONITORING AND PREPARE THE 2013 ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE NCMA
This memorandum summarizes the solicitation and selection process for preparation of the 2013 Annual Report for the
Northern Cities Management Area (NCMA), and recommends award of the project to a team of FUGRO/GEI Consultants
consistent with the outcome of a Qualification Based Selection (QBS) process.
Background
After three consecutive years, in which the GEl/FUGRO team prepared the NCMA Annual Report, the NCMA Technical
Group (NCMA TG) made the determination that a competitive process should be undertaken to select a consultant to
conduct 2013 Annual Report and the associated quarterly groundwater monitoring. They prepared and issued a
Request for Proposals {RFP) on July l, 2013, and distributed it to the following consulting firms: GEi Consultants; Todd
Engineers; Kear Goundwater; Tom Harder & Co.; Fugro Consultants; Geoscience Support Services; and Trinity Source
Group. On July 26th, 2013, proposals were received from a Fugro/GEI {Fugro) team and a Kear Groundwater/GIS Water
Solutions/Groundwater Solutions (Kear Goundwater) team.
Evaluation Process
The NCMA TG formed a selection committee to review the proposals and make a recommendation to the NCMA TG on
the basis of a QBS process. The selection committee included the following members: Teresa McClish; Chad Stoehr;
Greg Ray; and Jeffery Szytel. Evaluation criteria were developed by the NCMA TG and included with the RFP as follows:
Evaluation Criteria Points
Possible
Personnel and Experience 35
Schedule and Fee 25
Understanding, Approach and Scope 20
Meeting Agency Needs 10
Project Management 10
Total 100
Each committee member reviewed the proposals individually on the basis of the criteria listed above, and provided their
scores and rankings which were compiled. The selection committee then met at a NCMA TG meeting to discuss the
proposals, the evaluation results, and determine a recommendation for selection.
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Award Recommendation for 2010 Annual Report
Evaluation Results and Award Recommendation
The rankings assigned by the individual selection committee members are summarized in the following table:
Reviewer Fugro Kear Groundwater
Ranking Ranking
Jeff Szytel 1 2
Teresa McClish 1 2
Chad Stoehr 1 2
Greg Ray 1 2
The results of the evaluation were unanimous in favor of Fugro. The consensus was that Fugro provided highly qualified
staff, knowledge of the NCMA groundwater conditions, local presence for project management and sentry well
monitoring, and a competitive fee that was approximately $15,000 less than Kear Groundwater. Therefore, the
selection committee recommends awarding the project to Fugro.
Financial Summary
The NCMA TG has agreed to split the cost of the 2013 NCMA Annual Report among the four member agencies on a pro-
rata basis consistent with their groundwater allocation, including ag credits, as defined in the Stipulation. The NCMA
agencies' groundwater allocations and associate ratios are shown in the table below.
Additionally, as part of the cost sharing for the 2013 NCMA Annual Report, the NCMA TG agreed to reimburse the
Oceana Community Services District (OCSD) for their portions of the cost to purchase and install the transducer in Well
12N/35W-32 C03. At the request of their previous General Manager, the OCSD paid the entirety of the cost for the
transducer installation. According to the OCSD staff, OCSD was billed $29,265 over their amended 2011 NCMA Annual
Report Contract amount of $25,556 or a difference of approximately $3,710 to cover the cost of the transducer
installation. Therefore, the other NCMA agencies will cover $2,930 ($3,710 minus OCSD's portion of cost) of OCSD's cost
for the 2013 NCMA Annual Report. The following table summarizes the cost allocation among the Northern Cities,
including the transducer installation reimbursement adjustments.
Cost Current Fraction of 2013NCMA Transducer Adjusted 2013
Groundwater Groundwater Annual Report Installation NCMAAnnual
Allocation Allocation Cost Reimbursement Report Cost
(including ag Breakdown Adjustments Breakdown
conversions) (AFY)
Arroyo Grande 1323 0.31 $38,718 $1,150 $39,868
Grover Beach 1407 0.32 $39,967 $1,187 $41,154
OCSD 900 0.21 $26,228 -$2,930 $23,298
Pismo Beach 700 0.16 $19,984 $593 $20,577
Total 4330 1.00 $124,897 $0 $124,897
Fugro will be required to enter into a separate Professional Services Agreement with each of the Northern Cities.
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