Environmental Compliance and Permitting Support

This contract provides environmental compliance and permitting support for a project requiring adherence to the California Environmental Quality Act under Class 1c exemption, which relates to minor alterations to existing public facilities without significant environmental impact. It also includes support for securing necessary authorizations under the Clean Water Act, specifically Sections 401 and 404, which regulate discharges into waters of the United States and require state water quality certifications and federal permits for dredge or fill activities. Additionally, the work involves compliance with California Fish and Game Code Section 1602, which mandates notification and approval for activities that may substantially alter fish streams or habitats. The services are contracted under a subcontract arrangement with a North American Industry Classification System code of 541620, indicating environmental consulting and related technical services. The work is being performed to support Caltrans District 2 in Redding, California, with all activities tied to a specific project identified through the CEQA Net system.