SCE Encroachment Permit 12-25-6-US-0710

The project involves the removal and replacement of a single 70-foot transmission pole along the BARRE-SHAWNEE-TRASK 66KV line on the west side of Beach Boulevard in Stanton, California, approximately 890 feet south of Chapman Avenue, with the new pole increasing in height to 75 feet above ground level. The work falls under Caltrans Encroachment Permit 12-25-6-US-0710, administered by Caltrans District 12 - Orange, and is classified as a categorical exemption under CEQA and NEPA. The scope includes excavation of a 2 to 3-foot diameter, 7 to 11-foot deep hole using mechanical means within a 50-foot buffer around the pole, with no vegetation removal required, but traffic and pedestrian control measures may be necessary. All activities must comply with Caltrans Standard Specifications, including encroachment permits, restoration requirements, and traffic control protocols. Environmental compliance constitutes the core regulatory framework, mandating adherence to NPDES stormwater permits, hazardous waste handling standards under Title 8, Section 5192, and DTSC soil contamination thresholds of 80 mg/kg for lead. Work must cease immediately upon discovery of cultural or paleontological resources, requiring notification of the Native American Heritage Commission, local coroner, and qualified archaeologists. Greenhouse gas emissions must be mitigated through fuel-efficient equipment, waste reduction, and use of locally sourced materials. The contractor must hold an EPA ID number, manage all hazardous waste manifests, and submit Site Assessment Plans or Hazardous Substance Plans if contamination is detected. No formal contract value, pricing structure, or Federal Acquisition Regulation clauses are included, as this is a state-level encroachment permit rather than a federal procurement. The permit application was posted on September 17, 2025, with no stated duration for performance, though the work is expected to require only two working days for emissions estimation. Inspection and acceptance occur on-site, with the contractor solely responsible for compliance, while oversight is maintained by Caltrans, the State Water Resources Control Board, and the Department of Toxic Substances Control. No formal submission deadline, evaluation factors, payment details, or contracting officer information are provided, indicating this is a streamlined environmental entitlement process rather than a competitive bidding contract.