Environmental Compliance & Categorical Exemption Reporting

The contract entails the ongoing maintenance and documentation of compliance with the Class 1 Categorical Exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act, ensuring all activities remain eligible for this exemption without requiring additional environmental review. This includes the systematic collection, organization, and retention of records that demonstrate adherence to CEQA guidelines, as well as the preparation and submission of periodic reports to relevant regulatory bodies to affirm continued compliance. The work must be conducted in alignment with state environmental standards and must be verifiable through detailed, accurate, and timely documentation. All obligations under this subcontract are to be performed in Long Beach, California, with the work falling under NAICS code 541620, reflecting environmental consulting and related services. The contract is issued by the California Department of Cannabis Control and is tied to a specific project referenced through the CEQAnet portal. Compliance is not a one-time effort but requires sustained attention to regulatory changes, recordkeeping protocols, and reporting schedules to avoid loss of exemption status or potential enforcement actions. The subcontractor is expected to proactively manage compliance timelines and ensure all submissions meet the expectations of state regulators.