Boggs Tract Drainage

The Boggs Tract Drainage project is located near the intersection of West Main Street and Ventura Avenue in Stockton, California, on property owned by the Port of Stockton, with the primary goal of expanding an existing retention pond to improve stormwater management in an area prone to flooding during heavy rains. The existing pond, originally installed as a temporary measure, will be upgraded to significantly increase its runoff capture capacity, enhancing public safety and reducing roadway hazards and long-term maintenance burdens. The contractor is responsible for securing a formal property use agreement with the Port of Stockton and obtaining two critical permits from the City of Stockton—an Encroachment Permit and a Grading & Erosion Control Permit—to ensure legal and environmental compliance. Environmental considerations are paramount, as the site is surrounded by large trees that may host nesting and migratory birds protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, including the threatened Swainson’s Hawk; a pre-construction survey is recommended if work occurs between February 15 and September 1. The project qualifies for a categorical exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA Section 15301(c)), which streamlines review since it involves the modification of existing facilities without significant new construction. No federal acquisition regulation clauses, pricing data, or formal contract value are specified, and the procurement is classified as a forecast with no stated evaluation criteria or award methodology. Payment processing is handled locally through the San Joaquin County Department of Public Works and County Clerk’s Office, with a $50 documentary fee paid at filing. The lead agency contact is Fatima Gutierrez, Assistant Planner, overseeing the project’s administration. All work must comply with local permitting requirements and state environmental safeguards, with final acceptance resting with San Joaquin County Public Works following verification of regulatory and construction standards.