This resolution approves a contract with Environmental Science Associates, Inc. for up to $15 million over seven years to provide environmental review services required by state and federal laws. The contract is set to begin on October 14, 2026, and will help the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission obtain necessary permits.
Resolution approving and authorizing the General Manager of the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission to execute Contract No. PRO.0333.A, As-Needed Environmental Review Services, with Environmental Science Associates, Inc., to provide as-needed environmental services pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act and the National Environmental Policy Act, and to obtain resource agency permits, for an amount not to exceed $15,000,000 for a period of seven years, beginning October 14, 2026, through October 14, 2033, pursuant to Charter, Section 9.118.
How it got here
This legislation originated from the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission's need for as-needed environmental review services to support capital projects.
The SFPUC advertised a Request for Proposals for As-Needed Environmental Review Services, seeking qualified consultants to assist with environmental analyses and compliance.
The SFPUC awarded contracts to five firms, including Environmental Science Associates, Inc., for as-needed environmental review services, each contract not to exceed $15,000,000.
A resolution was proposed to authorize the General Manager of the SFPUC to execute the contract with Environmental Science Associates, Inc. for environmental review services.
The resolution was received from the SFPUC and is pending committee action.
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