Proposal:

Issue an RFP to Perform Data Analysis of PAMS Network Data and 1997 Southern California Ozone Study Field Measurement Data

Synopsis:

As part of the PAMS program, a comprehensive database of ozone precursors and meteorology has been collected in the South Coast Air Basin, and a data analysis study has been recommended by the U.S. EPA. In addition, during the summer of 1997, an intensive ambient field measurement program will be conducted to update existing aerometric databases used in developing meteorological episodes for ozone attainment demonstration purposes. The proposed RFP seeks proposals to analyze the PAMS and 1997 Southern California Ozone Study (SCOS97) data at a cost not to exceed $250,000. Funds for this project are available in the FY 1996-97 budget, and are part of the federally provided funding for the PAMS program.

Comittee:

Administrative, April 18, 1997, Recommended for Approval

Recommended Action:

Issue RFP # 9697-52, Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS) Data Analysis, in an amount not to exceed $250,000.

James M. Lents, Ph.D.
Executive Officer

The AQMD has been operating a number of PAMS stations since 1993 and has collected a large amount of air quality, ozone precursors (speciated VOCs and NOx), and surface and upper air meteorological data, as required under the federal Clean Air Act. These data are necessary for developing air quality and meteorological inputs for air quality computer models used in preparing the AQMP. During the summer and early fall of 1997, the California Air Resources Board and U.S. EPA, in cooperation with local air districts in the Southern California area and other interested parties, are sponsoring the 1997 Southern California Ozone Study (SCOS97). The data from this intensive field measurement program and the existing PAMS data will form the scientific basis for the preparation of the 2000 AQMP revision. This contract is to provide an analysis of these data and facilitate their integration into future AQMP revisions.

Proposal

This RFP solicits proposals to analyze the AQMD’s PAMS database in conjunction with other available data, such as the data from the 1987 Southern California Air Quality Study (SCAQS) and the SCOS97 intensive field measurement program. The selected contractor will provide analyses of air quality, ozone precursor and meteorological data and source apportionment.

Outreach

In accordance with the AQMD’s consulting and contracting policies, a public notice advertising the RFP and inviting bids will be published in the following publications: The Black Voice News, Chinese Daily news, Eastern Group Publications, El Chicano, The Excelsior, Inland Hispanic News, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin, Korea Central Daily, La Opinion, La Voz, Los Angeles Sentinel, Los Angeles Times, M/W/DVBE Source, Orange County Register, Philippine News, Precinct Reporter, Rafu Shimpo, Riverside Press Enterprise, the San Bernardino Sun, and the State of California Contracts Register. Additionally, potential bidders will be notified through Los Angeles County’s Directory of Certified Minority, Women, Disadvantaged and Disabled Veterans Business Enterprises; the Inland Area Opportunity Pages Ethnic/Women Business & Professional Directory; the AQMD’s own electronic listing of certified minority vendors; and the AQMD Purchasing’s mailing list. Copies of the RFP will be mailed to the Black and Latino Legislative Caucuses and various minority chambers of commerce and business associations; and will be placed on the Internet at AQMD’s Web site [http://www.aqmd.gov] and on AQMD’s bidder’s 24-hour telephone message line (909) 396-2724.

Bid Evaluation

Proposals received will be evaluated by a panel selected according to the criteria described in the attached RFP # 9697-52.

Proposition 209 Compliance

It is AQMD policy to award additional points or cost benefits for minority-owned, woman-owned, and/or disabled veteran-owned business enterprises. On November 5, 1996 California voters approved Proposition 209 which prohibits discrimination or granting preferential treatment based upon race, ethnicity, color, sex or national origin in the operation of public employment, public education, or public contracting. (Proposition 209 does not address disabled veteran-owned business enterprises). On December 16, 1996, the Federal District Court issued an order applicable to all government agencies in California prohibiting enforcement of Proposition 209. Therefore, the AQMD’s existing policy remains in effect. Should the status of the law change at any point during the process of issuing an RFP or RFQ or entering into a contract pursuant to a previously issued RFP or RFQ, the AQMD will abide by the law in effect at the time the action is taken and any RFP or RFQ will be deemed modified to comply with existing law and any provisions in conflict with existing law will not be enforced.

Resource Impacts

The total amount of funding for the proposed RFP will not exceed $250,000. The funds are available in the FY 1996-97 budget, and are part of the federally provided funding for the PAMS program.

Attachment
RFP # 9697-52, Photochemical Assessment Monitoring Stations (PAMS) Data Analysis

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