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References & Qualifications
References
“. . . a response was implemented quickly and with negligible impact to our production facilities. I was impressed by the strict adherence to safety protocol with respect to confined spaces and personal protective
equipment. The entire operation was accomplished within the cost estimate, which was very reasonable in the first place. As with every project WES has handled for Read-Rite, we are very pleased with the results.” (August 23, 1996)
Read-Rite Corporation’s
Stephen Dahl comments on the trench cleanup and repair at their Fremont facility by Wright Environmental Services, Inc. (WES):
“. . . a company is only as good as its people, and I have been very impressed with the professionalism and thoughtfulness of your staff. On this project, your staff were working in difficult conditions . . . . With each
challenge your crew exercised very good judgment, kept me informed, and considered cost-effective solutions.” (July 9, 1996)Stanford University’s
Marty L. Laport, Manager of Environmental Quality in the Stanford Utilities Department comments on work performed by WES on the Phase 2 of the Mechanical Engineering Vault Closure Project:
“. . . I want to acknowledge the competence and professionalism of your staff, especially while handling complicated and unforeseen situations while staying on schedule and budget . . . your field staff handled,
sometimes tense, interactions with regulators with professionalism and ease. Your attention to the needs of your client is unique. Your commitment to client satisfaction is unequaled.” (November 5, 1996).Stanford Health Services’ Rita Leone, Environmental Coordinator comments on the tank removal project completed by WES:
Qualifications of Wright Environmental Services, Inc.
Stanford University UST Closure Reference Contact: Two 144,000 gallon concrete fuel tanks (total footprint 100 feet by 36 feet) were located partially under a
building, below a 4-inch high pressure PG&E gas main and surrounded by another 6-inch gas and water main and a road. The building was not operated by Stanford and the USTs were located in an area where noise and
ground vibrations were a concern. Eight regulatory agencies were involved in the closure including Santa Clara Valley Water District, the Regional Water Quality Control Board, and the Office of Statewide Health
Planning and Development. The complexity of this closure cannot be overstated. Wright designed an innovative plan to combine the UST closure, site investigation and site remediation phases of the project to
significantly reduce project costs and timeline. Structural and geotechnical engineers were utilized to insure building integrity, proper compaction and underground drainage. The USTs and site were properly closed to
the satisfaction of the regulatory agencies. Stanford Health Services UST Closure Reference Contact: Two 2,200 gallon USTs were located with over 15 feet of soil covering the tanks and with an unknown tank orientation. The project initially included closure of the USTs and 200 feet of product piping. The Palo Alto
Fire Department (PAFD) required the removal of the USTs and associated piping. When the USTs were uncovered, they were found to extend under an adjacent structure and connected to remote fill lines located
at a point 400 feet from the USTs. Wright negotiated with the PAFD for closure of the USTs and underground lines in place. Despite the expanded scope of work, Wright completed the project on schedule
and within the original budget. (See above recommendation letter from Stanford Health Services.) Stanford University Underground Vault Closure Reference Contact: In-place closure of four concrete, 100-year-old fuel-oil vaults was to be executed in a small courtyard area,
while another contractor was simultaneously working on a renovation project. Field work was required to be completed within a two-week window. The occupants of an adjacent building needed forklift access through
the project work area, and during field work a third contractor also required access to the courtyard. Wright coordinated with the contractors to ensure access. In partnership with the client, Wright negotiated closure
for the vaults from the SCCHD and completed fieldwork within the allotted time frame. (See recommendation letter from Stanford University). City of Tracy Underground Tank Removal and Installation Project
Reference Contact: Wright removed eight underground storage tanks from three sites undergoing roadway improvements.
Construction schedules for the roadway widening projects were in jeopardy because of these unknown tanks being present and exposed during road construction activities. Tank sizes, contents and orientation were not
known and thus posed a unique problem for the City. Working closely with City staff and Paul Verma, we obtained all required closure permits from county health agencies within 72 hours. Concurrent with
permitting, tanks at each site were exposed; residual liquids were characterized; then tanks were drained and prepared for excavation. Within ten days of being hired, Wright removed all eight tanks; removed
contaminated soil; and backfilled and compacted sites. PRC Environmental Management, Inc. Removal of a UST, Naval Air Station, Alameda (1997) Reference Contact: PRC subcontracted with Wright to remove a 4,000-gallon underground storage tank at Site 5 at NAS. During
excavation, sandy soils were encountered so Wright utilized a speed-shoring method to complete the removal. Contaminated soils were discovered at the lower portion of the capillary fringe. The soil was loaded
into roll-off bins and transported to a Class III facility. Wright backfilled the hole with clean fill material and negotiated with Alameda County Environmental Health Division (ACEHD) to close-in place, the fuel lines
that ran under the building. Defense Logistics Agency - Sharpe Depot Removal of Acid Neutralization Tanks Reference Contact: The work consisted of the removal and disposal of three underground acid neutralization tanks, steel plate
covers, zee shaped framing, waste piping, tank liquid, and limestone. The three tanks were used for treating wash water contaminated with acid using limestone. Once the tanks and the associated appurtenances were
removed, all piping coming into the sump were capped off, only in two of the sumps. Those sumps were filled with Control Density Fill to within eight inches of the finished floor, and concrete was poured to the floor
surface, feathered to existing floor. The third sump piping was capped off at one end, and the sump was then treated with an acid-resistant waterproof coating. Once dried, we installed the new sump pump and grate.
(This grate was manufactured by our technician.). Tracy Cemetery Engineering Services and UST Removal and AST Installation Reference Contact: Provide engineering services, construction drawings (as required by regulatory agency for permit submittal),
regulatory review and meet with City and County regulators to define a permissible fuel system. Removal of two underground storage tanks (350 gallons each), and installation of one aboveground storage tank
(500-gallon spilt). Scope of work included soil analysis and characterization. City of Tracy Underground Tank Removal and Installation Project Reference Contact: Remove three underground storage tanks, and install two aboveground storage tanks (10,000 gallon each).
Installation included an oil/water separator, a full-service fueling station with canopy and lighting, concrete drive pads and parking apron, asphalt placing, storm drain and sewer modifications, and electrical service
upgrade including a fuel management system installation. A.G. Spanos Jet Center Engineering Services and Aviation UST Removal and AST Installation Reference Contact: Provide engineering services, construction drawings (as required by regulatory agency for permit submittal),
regulatory review and meet with City and County regulators to define a permissible aviation fuel system. Removal of two underground aviation fuel storage tanks, and installation of two new underground storage
tanks (one 12,000-gallon aviation fuel, and one 20,000-gallon Jet A). H.J. Heinz Company Hazardous Waste Management and Facility Closure, Tracy Facility Reference Contact: Provided all labor, equipment and materials for the following work: equipment decontamination; hazardous
waste materials and waste management work; packaging, transportation, and disposal of hazardous waste; waste water neutralization plant closure permitting and oversight, closure work plan, and post closure report.
Inland Paperboard and Packaging, Inc. Hazardous Waste Management, Newark Facility Reference Contact: Provided all labor, equipment and materials for the following work: sodium hydroxide tank cleaning; hazardous waste materials and waste management work; packaging, transportation, and disposal of
hazardous waste. California Pacific Brokers Hazardous Waste Management, Manteca Residence Reference Contact:
Provide all labor, equipment and materials for managing lead-based paint and other chemicals on site. Services included packaging, transportation, and disposal of the hazardous wastes.
Marty Laporte, Manager, Utilities Division
Stanford University
855 Serra Street, 2nd Floor
Stanford, CA 94505-6114
(415) 725-7864
Rita Leone, Sun Microsystems
(408) 276-4775 or (408) 276-5096
(Formerly with Stanford Health Services)
Marty Laporte, Manager, Utilities Division
Stanford University
855 Serra Street, 2nd Floor
Stanford, CA 94505-6114
(415) 725-7864
Mr. Paul Verma
City of Tracy
520 Tracy Blvd.
Tracy, CA 95376
(209) 836-4420
Margie Southern, Procurement Specialist
10670 White Rock Road, Suite 100
Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
(916) 852-8300
Sharon Dean, Contracting Officer
Administrative Support Center West
P.O. Box 960001
Stockton, CA 95296-0800
(209) 982-2427
Alma Lopez, Manager
P.O. Box 327
Mac Arthur at Schulte Rd.
Tracy, CA 95378-0327
(209) 835-2930
Mr. Paul Verma
City of Tracy
520 Tracy Blvd.
Tracy, CA 95376
(209) 836-4420
Karen Garrett
4800 S. Airport Way
Stockton, CA 95206
(209) 478-2200
Laura Smith
H.J. Heinz Co.
2800 S. California St.
Stockton, CA 95206-3297
(209) 932-5743
William Rankin or James Jones
Inland Paperboard and Packaging, Inc.
1000 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94607
(510) 893-2963
Alan Ferreira
1419 Stanford Ave., Suite 2
Modesto, CA 95350
(209) 575-0148