2025 BHPP Sump Repair

The California Department of Water Resources, San Joaquin Field Division, is preparing to conduct sediment and debris removal from three sumps located within its right-of-way at the Badger Hill Pumping Plant in Avenal, Kings County, to restore water storage capacity and return the sumps to their original operational condition. The work will involve heavy equipment including a grader, loader, bulldozer, backhoe, and dump truck for excavation and material movement, with a water truck deployed for dust suppression and soil compaction. All excavated material will be placed on sump access roads and compacted, and any damaged culverts will be replaced to ensure structural integrity. All staging activities will occur at the Badger Hill Pumping Plant, and the entire scope is confined to DWR-operated land. The project is categorized as a forecast with no formal solicitation or contract number issued, and no pricing, contract type, or delivery schedule has been specified. Environmental compliance is secured through statutory exemptions under the California Environmental Quality Act, including Public Resources Code Sections 21080(b)(1) and CEQA Guidelines 15269(a,b,c), eliminating the need for a full environmental impact report. The lead point of contact is Elizabeth Maldonado, Senior Environmental Scientist (Specialist), who serves as the primary agency liaison. While a comprehensive contract document with clause listings, evaluation factors, or award methodology has not been provided, the work is clearly defined as maintenance-focused with performance centered on functional restoration rather than adherence to formal technical specifications. No information regarding payment details, invoicing systems, contracting officer representatives, or offeror certifications is present, indicating this activity is likely being executed under direct agency oversight or through an internal maintenance program rather than a competitive external procurement.