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PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 5 Officer Directors Official Publication of the American Pipeline Contractors Association Board of Directors Publication Staff PO Box 638 Churchton, MD 20733 (703) 212-7745 • www.americanpipeline.org ©2025 American Pipeline Contractors Association Nick Bertram Jomax Construction Co., Inc. Mike Castle, Jr. Castle Paul Cook. Sunland Construction, Inc. Scott Coppersmith (Advisory) Mears Group, Inc. David Dacus (Advisory) Troy Construction, LLC Taylor Dacus Troy Construction, LLC Shannon Driver Holloman Corporation Ricky Dyess M.G. Dyess, Inc. John Fluharty (Advisory) Troy Construction, LLC Patrick McRae Mers Group, Inc. Adam Nietsche Pumpco, Inc. Sean Renfro (Advisory) Sunland Construction, Inc. Aaron Simon (Advisory) Troy Construction, LLC Publisher Timothy Wagner Editor Michael Ancell Associate Editor Caroline Ferguson Advertising Sales Stacy Bowdring Information Technology Greg Smela Accounting James Wagner Layout & Design Joseph Wagner Government Affairs Jaime Steve Government Affairs Zachary Perconti President Roy Weaver Weaver, LLC President-Elect Kevin LaBauve WHC Energy Services Vice President Nick Bruno Bi-Con Services Secretary/Treasurer Chris Jones HardRock Infrastructure Services AMERICAN PIPELINE CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION 1st Quarter 2025 2025 APCA Convention Schedule At-a-Glance 7 Detailed Program 8 Auction Catalog 14 Inside Washington 23 By Zack Perconti & Jaime Steve It is a new day in Washington, D.C. After a long four years without a friend in the White House and turbulent times in a divided Congress, pipeline contractors can now rest easier. But APCA members continue to stay engaged to preserve and build on our hard-fought gains. Many of them attended the Annual APCA Fly-In at the end of January to meet with lawmakers and promote the pipeline industry’s top priorities. Nobody Wants to Work Anymore: Solving the Construction Labor Shortage 31 By Andy Patron Every company in the construction industry is experiencing a labor shortage. The best of them are not being passive about it. They are taking action. So, what are the great companies doing that others are not? This article discusses the industry’s labor shortage and ways that companies can meet this challenge. Human Resources | By Greg Guidry 26 Contract Law | By John Grayson 28 Safety Watch 34 News Briefs 36 Industry Calendar 41 New APCA Members 46 Advertiser Index 46

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 6 Program Guide & Auction Catalog 2025 Annual Convention Hyatt Regency Scottsdale • Scottsdale, AZ March 21 - 26, 2025

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 7 AMERICAN PIPELINE CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION 2025 Annual Convention Schedule At-a-Glance Friday, March 21 6 - 730 pm BOD & Sponsors Reception (By Invitation) - Resort Evening Attire Waterfall Terrace Various Dinner on Own Saturday, March 22 8 - 11:45 am Board of Directors Meeting - Resort Casual Attire Arizona 7 8 am - 4 pm APCA Leadership Development Program with Andy Patron: Financial Management - Resort Casual Attire Arizona 9 12:15 - 5 pm Half Day Tomcar Tour - Sport Attire Depart from Lobby 2 - 5 pm Festive Margarita Tour - Resort Casual Attire Depart from Lobby 6:30 - 7:30 pm APCA Welcome Reception - Resort Evening Attire Fountain Court 7:30 - 9:30 pm Dinner & Opening Session w/ Alden Mills - Resort Evening Attire Arizona Ballroom Sunday, March 23 8 - 9 am Member & Spouse Breakfast - Resort Casual Attire Arizona 10 & 11 9 - 10:30 am Government & Industry Relations Panel - Resort Casual Attire Arizona Ballroom 10:45 am - 12 pm Pipeline Construction Workforce Panel - Resort Casual Attire Arizona Ballroom 12:45 - 4 pm Member Pool Day - Bathing Attire Family Pool 12:45 - 4:15 pm* Horseback Riding Tour - Sport Attire Depart from Lobby 12:45 - 4:39 pm * Private Guided Jeep Tour - Sport Attire Depart from Lobby 6 - 7 pm APCA Silent Auction Reception - Resort Evening Attire Arizona Ballroom Foyer 7 - 10 pm 3rd Annual APCA Live Auction - Resort Evening Attire Arizona Ballroom Monday, March 24 8 - 10:30 am Annual Associates Exhibit & Breakfast - Resort Casual Attire Arizona 10 & 11 10:30 am - 8 pm Exhibit Teardown - Resort Casual Attire Arizona 10 & 11 10:45 - 11:45 am Natural Allies Update with Susan Waller - Resort Casual Attire Arizona Ballroom 1:30 - 6:30 pm* APCA Golf Tournament - Golf Attire Gainey Ranch Golf Club 1 - 4 pm Guided Scottsdale Tour - Resort Casual Attire Depart from Lobby Various Dinner on Own Tuesday, March 25 8 - 9 am Breakfast - Resort Casual Attire Arizona 10 & 11 8:45 - 9:15 am APCA Associate Member Meeting - Resort Casual Attire Arizona Ballroom 9 - 10:30 am Spouse Breakfast - Resort Casual Attire Terrace Court 9:30 - 11 am Recent Developments in Employment Law - Resort Casual Attire Arizona Ballroom 11:15 - 11:45 am APCA Regular Member Meeting - Resort Casual Attire Arizona Ballroom 12:15 - 5:30 pm* ATV Tour & machine Gun Adventure - Sport Attire Depart from Lobby 2 - 5 pm* Wine Tasting Tour - Resort Casual Attire Depart from Lobby 7 - 10:30 pm APCA Final Party and 3rd Annual APCA Hall of Fame Awards - Resort Evening Attire Arizona Ballroom Wednesday, March 26 Departures all day

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 8 Friday, March 21 Registration Open 4 - 6 pm Arizona West Foyer Board of Directors Sponsor Reception 6 - 7:30 pm Waterfall Terrace Open to APCA Board members, 2025 Convention sponsors, and their spouse/guest by invitation. Dinner on your own Saturday, March 22 Board of Directors Meeting 8 - 11:45 am Arizona 7 Includes breakfast and refreshments. Open to APCA Board of Directors only. APCA Leadership Development Program with Andy Patron: Financial Management 8 am - 4 pm Arizona 9 Many industry leaders get promoted because they are good at putting work into place, but they often don’t really understand all the financial reports. During this session, we will learn about how we “keep score” using balance sheets, income statements, and cashflow statements. We will begin to understand the ins and outs of cash flow and learn why we should get better at projecting it. Finally, we will highlight the importance of productivity over production and how it is the most important concept to produce a profitable result. $500 per person includes all educational materials, professional instructor, and breakfast and lunch on Saturday. Half-Day Tomcar ATV Tour 12:15 - 5 pm Departs from Lobby This amazing ATV tour takes you deep into the Sonoran Desert where you will see beautiful mountain vista views, incredible dynamic terrain, and maybe even some desert creatures, both furry and scaled, scurrying around their desert playground! Guides will lead you on a guided ATV tour as you drive an authentic, military-grade Tomcar ATV. You will spend a full 3 to 3.5 hours on trails that go deep into the desert where few people ever go. Travel through rugged and beautiful terrain and see amazing views while being entertained by guides as they present interesting facts, trivia, and survival tips about this incredible desert. Receive Desert Wolf Limited Edition DustGaiter. Guests who are 18 and over DO NOT need to wear a helmet and goggles because the vehicles are extremely safe and are equipped with windshields. You won’t get “helmet hair” on this tour. $245 per person include transportation, 3-hour ATV tour, DustGaiter, guides, and taxes & gratuities. Festive Margarita & Taco Tour 2 - 5 pm Departs from Lobby The JoyRidesAZ Festive Fiesta Tour takes you on a ride in an openair vehicle throughout Old Town Scottsdale. Stop at three of Old Town’s coolest locations for delicious regularsize tacos and a chilly regular-size margaritas at each location. Between stops, tour the city, take group photos, learn about events, activities, history, culture, museums, galleries, and much more. Grab your amigos, familia, and sombreros or holiday hats and enjoy this festive tour! $210 per person includes transportation, one margarita & one taco at three locations, guides, and taxes & gratuities. APCA Welcome Reception 6:30 - 7:30 pm Fountain Court Come enjoy a cocktail with fellow APCA members. Dinner and Opening Session with Alden Mills, Be Unstoppable: The Science and Secrets of Persistence 7:30 - 9:30 pm Arizona Ballroom Winning seldom comes easily. In fact, success can be a mystery. Why do some people amaze even themselves with what they accomplish while others never reach their potential? The answers come from more than buzzwords and feel-good phrases. Thanks to more than 25 years in business and the military, Alden Mills is uniquely able to teach others how to persist for greater success. In this motivational keynote, Mills shares three essential ingredients for transformational wins in work and in life. Mills is the co-founder/CEO of Perfect Fitness and author of Be Unstoppable: The 8 Essential Actions to Succeed at Anything. He is a former Navy SEAL platoon commander who has been awarded more than 40 patents, which have sold more than 10 million products (and counting) worldwide. Perfect Fitness (e.g. Perfect Pushup, Perfect Ab-Carver, etc.), gained national acclaim through Inc. Magazine as the fastest-growing consumer products business from 2007 to 2009. Mills’ mantra is “Success is a team sport.” He learned his mantra early in life as an uncoordinated, asthmatic who persevered to be a one-time Olympic rowing hopeful before going on to be a three-time #1 ranked Navy SEAL platoon commander. He applied his lessons learned in leading SEAL platoons to building and leading a hyper-growth company. Detailed Schedule

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 9 Sunday, March 23 Member & Spouse Breakfast 8 - 9 am Arizona 10 & 11 Everyone is invited to this tasty breakfast buffet. Government & Industry Relations Panel 9 - 10:30 am Arizona Ballroom Led by Jaime Steve, Zack Perconti, and the APCA Government & Industry Affairs Committee, this session details the committee’s recent initiatives, maps out its upcoming activities, and asks members about the issues that are affecting their businesses. Representatives from government and industry will provide brief reports on issues relevant to the pipeline construction industry. All APCA members are encouraged to attend and to participate in the discussion. We want to hear from you! Pipeline Construction Workforce Challenges and Opportunities Panel 10:45 am - 12 pm Arizona Ballroom This panel will examine the challenges, adjustments, and opportunities faced in pipeline construction from the perspective of a pipeline owner, pipeline contractors, and the association. Moderated by Mark Bridgers of Continuum Capital, the panel will feature Will Southerland, Manager of Construction for Williams; Patrick McRae, Vice President for Mears Group, Inc. and Chair or the APCA Training Task Force; and Cesar Ruiz, President & CEO of the Learning Alliance and manager of a DOL-registered Apprenticeship Program for merit shop pipeline workers. Will Southerland is a dedicated third-generation pipeliner with 25 years of experience in the oil and gas industry. Over the past 15 years, he has held various construction leadership roles at Williams and currently serves as the Manager of Transmission Construction. Will is passionate about the wellbeing and development of the industry’s workforce. He recently completed a two-year mental wellbeing series for INGAA. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling and spending quality time with his family. Pool Day 12:45 - 4 pm Family Pool Join fellow members at the Mangrove Pool for this annual informal gathering of APCA members. Full beverage and food service will be available to purchase at the Gulf Coast Oasis Pool Bar. Horseback Riding at Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch 12:45 - 4 :15pm Departs from Lobby You must experience the Old West the real cowboy way: on horseback. You’ll find some of the best horseback riding in all of Arizona at Saguaro Lake Guest Ranch. Experienced wranglers and horses will make sure you have both a fun and safe ride. This guided horse trail ride will go through the Sonoran Desert in the majestic Goldfield Mountain Range and take you on saguaro cactus-studded ridges, across and along the Lower Salt River, into dry arroyos, and up the creosote-covered hills that overlook Saguaro Lake. For ages 7+ and there is a 220-pound weight limit. $175 per person includes transportation, equipment, guides, and taxes & gratuities. Private Guided Jeep Tour 12:45 - 4:30 pm Departs from Lobby This is a low-speed guided tour of the Sonoran Desert. Guests will board Jeeps and head for the Tonto National Forest. It is a quick ride to the private, permitted Sonoran Desert trail for a fun, low-speed, informative adventure. $140 per person includes, transportation, guides, bottled water, taxes & gratuities. APCA Silent Auction Reception 6 - 7 pm Arizona Ballroom Foyer The APCA Silent Auction and Reception will be filled with cocktails, snacks, good times with friends, and some low-key bidding for about 50 minutes. Then, as the deadline nears, things will get a little crazy and it’s everyone for themselves!

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 10 3rd Annual APCA Live Auction and Associate Member Sponsored Dinner 7 - 10 pm Arizona Ballroom The APCA Auction is the liveliest night on the APCA calendar. APCA revelers bid on a variety of fabulous trips, ballgames, tools, equipment, jewelry, and much, much more. All proceeds go directly to supporting Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future and to building programs and services for APCA members, so everyone is encouraged to bid early, bid often, and have a great time. Monday, March 24 Annual Associates Exhibit & Breakfast 8 - 10:30 am Arizona 10 & 11 APCA’s manufacturer and supplier members host the 7th Annual Associates Exhibit & Breakfast. Contractor members will meet with vendors, discuss jobsite issues, and learn about the industry’s latest products and services in a very relaxed atmosphere while enjoying a delicious breakfast. Exhibit Teardown 10:30 am - 8 pm Arizona 10 & 11 Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future Update with Susan Waller 10:45 - 11:45 am Arizona Ballroom Natural Allies is a coalition of interested stakeholders that recognize the vital role natural gas and its infrastructure must play in the energy mix. Natural gas partnered with renewable energy can accelerate our transition to a clean energy future while ensuring affordability and reliability and reducing carbon emissions domestically and internationally. Susan Waller is the Executive Director of Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future. She served as vice president of stakeholder engagement and enterprise-wide public awareness program for Enbridge. In that role she directed public and community engagement related to the company’s U.S. energy projects and led Enbridge’s North American public awareness program initiative. Prior to joining Enbridge in 2008, Waller served as vice president for AMEC, Earth Environmental, managing the company’s oil and gas sector. Before that, she served as vice president for the Shaw Group, Inc., and for Regulatory Compliance Partners, Inc. She also served in numerous leadership positions at El Paso Corporation, including director for government and project affairs. Waller earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Houston. She is a member of Women in Energy, the Society of Gas Lighters, the Interstate Natural Gas Association of America, the Southern Gas Association, and the Northeast Gas Association. APCA Golf Tournament 1:30 - 6:30 pm Gainey Ranch Golf Club At Gainey Ranch Golf Club, the meticulously maintained 27-hole championship golf courses provide awe-inspiring views of the McDowell Mountains and Sonoran Desert. These remarkable courses combine to create a challenging and enjoyable golf experience showcasing the desert’s natural beauty. $420 includes cart, box lunch & taxes. Rental clubs: $95 including tax. Three-Hour Guided Scottsdale City Tour 1 - 4 pm Departs from Lobby This comprehensive Scottsdale city tour covers more than 50 miles of historical and cultural sites. In addition to major landmarks, your tour guide will take you to sites where historical events occurred, such as the place where German soldiers dug a tunnel to escape a World War II prisoner of war camp. Guests will be entertained with the history of the area along with notable current events. A few places you will see are Old Town Scottsdale, McDowell Sonoran Preserve, TPC Scottsdale - The Stadium Course, Frank Lloyd Wright Spire, Taliesin West, Soleri Sundial, Westworld, Adobe Mission Church, McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park, Papago Park, and Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. $115 per person includes transportation, guide, and taxes & gratuities. Free Night 6:30 pm Be sure to make reservations early at one of Scottsdale’s fabulous restaurants. With more than 800 restaurants in Scottsdale to choose from, finding your next bucket-list dining experience might seem overwhelming. There is something for everyone in Scottsdale. From dry aged steaks at Lincoln Steakhouse or Roka Akor to seafood at Detailed Schedule

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 11 Ocean 44 or Lure Fish House. From Latin fare at The Mission to Mexican-Asian fusion at Toca Madera, from the Neapolitan pizza at Pizzeria Virtu to upscale Italian at the Fat Ox, dining is a highlight in Scottsdale. You’ll always find a spot to satisfy your appetite and match your mood, and when you prefer to dine in privacy, the Grand Hyatt Scottsdale catering team is eager to provide service to your room for an everyday meal or a special occasion. Tuesday, March 25 Breakfast 8 - 9 am Arizona 10 & 11 Start your day with fellow Contractor and Associate members over a full breakfast and steaming cups of coffee. APCA Associate Member Meeting 8:45 - 9:15 am Arizona Ballroom APCA’s Associate members hold a roundtable discussion on topics that affect manufacturers and suppliers in the pipeline construction industry. Spouse Breakfast 9 - 10:30 am Terrace Court Join fellow spouses on the Sunset Veranda overlooking the pool. The culinary team will prepare a beautiful breakfast buffet complete with bloody marys and mimosas for you to enjoy while you chat with friends and share some laughs. Recent Developments in Employment Law 9:30 - 11 am Arizona Ballroom Greg Guidry, a labor attorney with years of experience representing employers in the pipeline construction industry, will update members on all of the significant labor and employment law developments of interest to employers that have occurred in recent months. Included will be federal legislation, federal regulatory and other federal labor agency actions, important court decisions, and other developments that impact the workplace. The discussion will also include practical tips for dealing with these developments, where appropriate. APCA Regular Member Meeting 11:15 - 11:45 am Arizona Ballroom Open to APCA Regular (Contractor) members only. The meeting will be a fast-paced and frank discussion that touches on the various segments of the industry and promotes the sharing of insights and opinions from contractors working in different market sectors all over North America. ATV Tour & Machine Gun Adventure 12:15 - 5:30 pm Departs from Lobby This awesome tour combines fun and fantastic adventures! You climb into a Tomcar ATV and head about 8 miles into the desert to the shooting range, where your guide/instructor will set up machine guns and give you a thrill of a lifetime! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to shoot fully automatic machine guns in the heart of the beautiful Sonoran Desert with capable instruction by NRA-certified instructors and range safety officers. When the firearms portion is completed, you will jump back in the Tomcars and continue your ATV tour. All of the fully automatic rifles are manufactured by professionals at Desert Wolf Tactical LLC, a federally licensed manufacturer in Arizona. You will shoot an M1919 Browning .308 Belt-Fed Machine Gun (vehicle mounted), 25 rounds; M4 5.56 Machine Gun, 25 rounds, and an UZI 9mm Sub-Machine Gun, 25 rounds. $470 per person includes transportation, guides/instructors, equipment, and taxes & gratuities. Wine Tasting Tour 2 - 5 pm Departs from Lobby Local experts will accompany you to Old Town’s best tasting rooms and share local favorite restaurants, boutiques, galleries, and museum recommendations. You will ride around Old Town Scottsdale in an open-air vehicle, go from tasting room to tasting room, and stop for many Instagram-worthy photos. You will experience the beautiful colors of the desert and the stunning cactus blossoms of the Valley all while learning about Old Town Scottsdale! $190 per person includes transportation, a tasting at three venues, shared charcuterie, guides, taxes & gratuities. APCA Final Party and 3rd Annual APCA Hall of Fame Awards 7 - 10 pm Arizona Ballroom Join the group for a fabulous dinner, Roy Weaver’s state of the industry address, the 2025 Hall of Fame inductions, and music and dancing. The 2025 APCA Hall of Fame Inductees are William Schettine, President & CEO of Meridian Energy and Past President of APCA, and Ted Nichols, President & CEO of T&C Rentals. Wednesday, March 26 Departures all day

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PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 14 APCA Auction Proceeds at Work APCA was founded in 1971 as a regional alliance to promote the mutual interests and address industry concerns of merit-shop pipeline and station contractors. Today, APCA continues its quest to support its members in their efforts to secure a fair operating environment in the pipeline industry throughout North America. APCA provides industry-specific education, advocacy on issues that impact members’ bottom lines, and unbeatable networking opportunities with people who can open doors in pipeline construction. The majority of this year’s auction proceeds will go support Natural Allies for a Clean Energy Future, a coalition of interested stakeholders, including APCA, that recognize the vital role natural gas and its infrastructure must play in the energy mix. Natural gas partnered with renewable energy can accelerate America’s path to a clean energy future, ensuring affordability and reliability while reducing carbon emissions domestically and internationally. Learn more at naturalalliesforcleanenergy.org. If we have an exceptionally profitable auction, proceeds will also go toward APCA programs, including advocacy, safety, education, and communications. Advocacy. APCA was founded to protect the interests of merit-shop pipeline construction businesses, and that important work continues today. APCA meets regularly and works closely with legislators, federal agencies, and merit-shop allies in Washington, D.C., whose work impacts APCA members’ businesses. We also regularly issue comments, write letters, testify, and lobby on important issues. APCA is a founding member of the Infrastructure Protection Coalition, authors of the 811 Emergency study that is the catalyst for changing state dig laws and increasing excavator stakeholder participation in underground safety. Safety. Safety is a top priority for APCA and its members. APCA’s Safety Committee meets quarterly for member safety personnel to discuss jobsite issues with industry colleagues, receive updates from an OSHA compliance officer, and hear from experts on a variety of relevant topics. APCA is an OSHA Alliance Program Ambassador, engaging in regular communication, information sharing, and technical discussions with OSHA. Education. APCA’s Annual Convention and Mid-Year Meeting provide education specific to pipeline construction, including market updates from industry economists, HR and labor law updates from a nationally recognized labor law firm, government affairs panels discussing issues that impact member businesses, and more. APCA also regularly holds educational webinars and last year featured Contracts 101. More webinars are in the works. APCA’s quarterly Pipeline Contractors Journal provides columns on labor law/HR, contract law, and government affairs, feature articles on industry issues and business strategy from recognized experts, current energy industry and pipeline construction news, and member news highlighting the accomplishments of APCA members. Current association, industry, and member information is on the APCA website, www. americanpipeline.org. And APCA also promotes information sharing and discussion on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. A New Tradition During Sunday night’s Annual Auction, APCA will be raffling off his luxurious suite for the 2026 APCA Convention at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point. The suite raffle should prove to be an exciting addition to the Auction and provided a big financial boost to APCA programs. Enjoy the 2026 APCA Convention in this luxurious suite at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point. Gorgeous coastal views set this one-of-a-kind suite apart. It features a king bedroom and bathroom—the suite is expandable to up to three bedrooms and three bathrooms—plus a living room with sleeper sofa, four balconies, and two 65inch HDTVs. The suite accommodates up to eight guests. When you sit down for dinner at this year’s Auction, you’ll find a 2026 Convention Suite raffle form at your table. Don’t miss your chance to win this suite, which could be yours for as little as $1,000—a rare opportunity to indulge in luxury!

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 15 2025 Auction Catalog Live Items 1. Ozzies, Inc. - $10,000 Rental/Purchase Credit for Any Ozzie’s Equipment High bidder will receive a $10,000 credit toward a rental or purchase of any Ozzie’s Equipment. Ozzies, Inc. invented pipeline padding and continues to be a global industry leader. The company brings more than 25 years of experience in backfill separation (padding) to the pipeline industry. Ozzie’s offers a full range of versatile and durable padding solutions designed and engineered to meet almost any padding requirement. Their padding machines are backed up by a team of highly qualified pipeline equipment specialists who are committed to providing customers with the optimal and most cost-effective padding solutions. Travis Casper, (602) 460-4658, travis.casper@ozzies.com Value: $10,000 2. Enviro Services - Squire Creek Golf Experience for 4 Squire Creek CC is the number-one private golf club in the state of Louisiana and has been the only course in Louisiana to host a USGA Event. Squire Creek is home to Sam Burns, a top-10 player in the world, along with numerous athletes and stars. This gift certificate includes 1 round of golf for 4 players, and 1 night lodging and meals in the Cottages at Squire Creek, perfectly located on the 1st fairway. Jered Ramsey, jeredramsey@yahoo.com Value: $3,500 3. Lyle Machinery - $7,500 Rental Credit Rental credit may be used for any standard fleet rental item in stock at time of use. Credit will be applied toward the usual monthly rental fee of your selected machine. Lyle Machinery is a leading full-service dealer in the construction, paving, energy, and material handling industries. As a leader in the South, their 10 locations cover Mississippi, Alabama, parts of Texas, and the Florida panhandle with headquarters near Jackson, Miss. Lyle Machinery’s commitment to their customers has no boundaries. Each of their locations has well-trained employees to help you with your needs: parts, service, rental, and sales. Dan Lyle, (601) 933-1521, dlyle@lylemachinery.com Value: $7,500 4. Equix - Breitling 44 MM Endurance Pro Blue (Light Blue) Watch Designed to be both a lightweight timepiece for athletes and a casual sports chronograph, the Endurance Pro perfectly blends innovative technology with a vibrant design to produce the ultimate athleisure watch. Designed for men and women whose active lives combine a professional mindset with a sporty lifestyle, the Endurance Pro is up to the challenges of a rigorous workout, but fashionable enough for everyday wear. The Endurance Pro features an ultra-light Breitlight case, a robust material 3.3 times lighter than titanium and 5.8 times lighter than stainless steel. Non-magnetic, thermally stable, and hypoallergenic, Breitlight is highly resistant to scratches, traction, and corrosion. It also has a feel that is warmer than metal and a slightly textured effect, accentuating the originality of the design. Exclusive to Breitling, the material is 100-percent Swiss-made. Watch is powered by Breitling’s Caliber 82, and the COSC-certified SuperQuartz chronograph delivers exceptional precision. Nicholas Atkin, (920) 924-3690, natkin@equixinc.com Value: $3,400 5. CRC-Evans - $10,000 Rental Credit Winning bidder will receive a $10,000 voucher for the rental of any size of the following CRC-Evans bending equipment: PB6-20”, PB16-30”, PB22-36”, or PB32-42”. CRC Evans provides a unique combination of welding and coating services, equipment, technologies and integrated solutions, with an unparalleled reputation for excellence that has been gained over 90 years. With a long track record of successful project delivery and an experienced global team, CRC Evans supports the safe, reliable, and efficient delivery of energy and wider infrastructure projects around the world. Customers can be confident in partnering with CRC-Evans. Roger Spee, (832) 249-3100, roger.spee@crce.com Value: $10,000 Continued on page 16

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 16 6. WHC Energy Services - Crawfish Boil WHC Energy Services is providing a fully catered, full-service crawfish boil for 50 people. This is a great opportunity for a family gathering, company event, or church function. The folks at WHC would love the opportunity to serve you delicious crawfish, boiled to perfection, straight from the farms of South Louisiana. Jared Manuel, (337) 837-8765, jared@whcenergyservices.com Value: $8,500 7. Vacuworx - $5,000 Credit Toward a Purchase or 2+ Month Rental Bid on this $5,000 credit toward a purchase or 2+ month rental from Vacuworx, a leading provider of vacuum lifting equipment. Vacuworx designs, manufactures, and sells innovative material handling systems that enable workers to safely and efficiently handle heavy loads, including pipes, concrete slabs, steel plates, and more. Vacuworx equipment is known for its reliability and versatility and is used on jobsites all over the world. The company is dedicated to improving safety and productivity in heavy industries and is continuously developing new solutions to meet the evolving needs of its customers. Matt Huggard, (918) 591-3003, matth@vacuworx.com Value: $5,000 8. Badger - Brickyard Weekend 2025 Experience the thrill of Brickyard Weekend in Indianapolis, the Racing Capital of the World! This exciting package includes suite tickets for two on Saturday and Sunday, exclusive access to the pits and garages, and all-inclusive food and drinks (yes, alcohol too!). Plus, enjoy a 3-night hotel stay from July 25 to July 28, courtesy of Badger. Don’t miss the Brickyard 400 -- it’s a show-stopping celebration you have to see to believe! Christopher DeClue, (720) 505-0957, cdeclue@badgerinc.com Value: $4,000 9. RMS Welding Systems - Louis Vuitton Designer Purse Returning to the House’s trunkmaking beginnings, Nicolas Ghesquière creates the Side Trunk MM handbag in Monogram canvas with leather trim. What strikes the eye is the singularity of the leather zip tab fitted with the iconic S-lock and the reinforced metallic corners. The wide top handle is removable as is the thin leather shoulder strap. Purse measures 8.3 x 5.5 x 2.4 inches. David Kavanaugh, (713) 400-8660, dkavanaugh@rmsweldingsystems.com Value: $3,900 10. Darby Equipment - $15,000 Credit for Any Darby Pipe Bending Machine Bid on a $15,000 credit for any bending machine rental, which can also include any other items rented on the same job, like clamps, cradles, etc. Bob Darby, (918) 582-2340, bob@ darbyequip.com Value: $15,000 11. Vermeer - His & Hers Electric Bikes Scoot along effortlessly with a set of His and Hers electric bikes from Aventon. Designed as one size to fit any biker, these bikes are the perfect fit for any kind of ride. Simply unfold the bikes, then hit the streets or go off-road. Marvin Klein, (641) 621-7425, mklein@ vermeer.com Value: $2,798 12. Longview Truck Center - $8,5000 Credit Toward One-Month Equipment Rental Credit may be used towards customer’s choice of a tri-axle haul truck, fuel truck, or tri-axle dump truck. Leonard Stone, III, (903) 753-1933, leonard@longviewtruckcenter.com Value: $8,500 13. Troy Construction - Deer and Quail Hunt Bid on this awesome 3-day deer and quail hunt with Taylor Dacus at a 11,000-acre lease in Encinal, Texas. Up to 4 hunters, includes food and lodging on the Dacus ranch. *Does not include transportation, state license, custom processing, or taxidermy. Taylor Dacus, (281) 437-8214, tdacus@troyconstruction.com Value: $10,000 Live Auction Items Continued from page 15

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 17 14. Cross Country Infrastructure Services - Back Porch Party Bundle This amazing Back Porch Party Bundle includes Turtle Box Gen 2 Portable Speaker, a Solo Stove Yukon 2.0 Smokeless Fire Pit, and a Trager 780 Pellet Grill. The Yukon 2.0, named after the vast Canadian expanse, is designed for a crowd. Load in the wood, kick back in comfort, and enjoy a smokeless fire for hours on end. The Traeger Pro 780 grill makes it simple to achieve incredible wood-fired flavor. Set-It & Forget-It ease and precise temperature control help you create unforgettable meals. Keith Boyet, (318) 224-7098, kboyet@ crosscountryis.com Value: $2,000 15. Digital Control, Inc. #1 - Falcon F5+ 19-in Windband FT5Lp Well suited for deeper jobs but practical for everyday use. The DigiTrak FT5Lp allows you to dial into three modes for an ideal balance of power and battery life, monitor fluid pressure conditions downhole, and quickly updates you with 0.1% precise pitch data. With over a thousand custom programmable frequencies to battle active and passive interference, your locator will have access to an available depth range of up to 160 ft. and a data range of up to 200 ft. Includes: FTA LiR Transmitter Adapter Compatible with DigiTrak Falcon F5 and F5+. Tim Doerflinger, (425) 251-0701, timd@digital-control.com Value: $5,700 16. Digital Control, Inc #2 - Falcon F5+ 24-in Wideband FT5XLp DCI’s biggest, most powerful transmitter is built to tackle the industry’s toughest jobs. The DigiTrak FT5XLp allows you to dial into three modes for an ideal balance of power and battery life, monitor fluid pressure conditions downhole, and quickly updates you with 0.1% precise pitch data. With over a thousand custom programmable frequencies to battle active and passive interference, your locator will have access to an available depth range of up to 180 ft. and a data range of up to 220 ft. Includes: FTA LiR Transmitter Adapter Compatible with DigiTrak Falcon F5 and F5+. Tim Doerflinger, (425) 251-0701, timd@digital-control.com Value: $6,800 17. LaValley Industries - Trophy Hunt Experience in the Minnesota Northwoods Enjoy a world-class, all-inclusive trophy hunt experience at Hay Creek Ranch in Minnesota’s Northwoods. You will be taken care of from the moment you touch down in beautiful Bemidji, Minn. Enjoy a tour of the LaValley Industries campus before heading to the hunting lodge at Hay Creek Ranch. You will have your choice of trophy hunt from whitetail deer (up to 180”), elk (up to 325”), or bison. Upgrades available at recipient’s discretion. This package includes all lodging, meals/drinks, and guide expenses for 3 days/3 nights. Learn more about Hay Creek Ranch at haycreekhunt. com. Hunt must be booked within the 2025 calendar year. Steve Savard, (218) 444-3030, steves@lavalleyindustries.com Value: $12,500 18. PipeLine Machinery Int. - One-Month Rental of a Next Gen Excavator The Cat 340 can use bigger tools to deliver a high level of production, with 10 percent more engine power, a wider undercarriage, and heavy counterweight. Cat Grade and Payload enhance your speed, accuracy, and overall operating efficiency. With low owning and operating costs, Next Generation excavators offer you more value than ever. Tony Fernandez, (713) 939-0007, tfernandez@plmcat.com Value: $10,800 19. Kirby-Smith - Beretta Sporting Shotgun & Quail Hunting Experience at Kirby Ranch Kirby-Smith offers a Beretta 694 PRO Sporting Over/Under Shotgun with TSK Stock (12 Gauge, 30”) paired with a one-of-a-kind quail hunting experience for two hunting participants plus two spouse/significant others (non-hunting) as guests at the exclusive Kirby Ranch. Designed in collaboration with the Italian company TSK, the Beretta 694 PRO Sporting Over/Under Shotgun with TSK Stock features an ultra-adjustable and ergonomic stock while Continued on page 18

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 18 maintaining perfect balance. The fully adjustable TSK stock can be customized to suit virtually any body shape. Plus, a 3-position, user-adjustable trigger ensures a consistent, crisp trigger pull, and the tang-mounted safety allows for easy activation or deactivation, without relinquishing your grip. The Kirby Ranch is a private sportsman’s paradise located just west of Oklahoma City and is well-stocked for both quail hunting and fishing. Package also includes gourmet meals, travel, and on-site lodging. With a fine shotgun and Kirby-Smith Machinery’s famous hospitality on display, this is an incredible opportunity that no hunter would want to miss! Andrew Clouse, (405) 506-6092, aclouse@kirby-smith.com Value: $16,000 20. Longview Truck Center - 1 Truck Rental for 1 Month Your winning bid includes 1 truck rental for 1 month. Choose 1 of our 3 most popular trucks: Heavy Haul Trucks, Dump Trucks, Fuel Trucks. Leonard Stone, III, (903) 753-1933, leonard@longviewtruckcenter.com Value: $8,500 21. Holloman Corporation - Houston Astros Game for 4 Make plans to see one of baseball’s best teams with 4 tickets to a Houston Astros game at beautiful Minute Maid Park in downtown Houston on a mutually agreed upon date. Food and non-alcoholic drinks included. Shannon Driver, (281) 878-2600, shannondriver@hollomancorp.com Value: $1,800 22. Lincoln Electric - NASCAR Package for 2, Tickets to the Brickyard 400 Ladies & gentlemen: Start. Your. Engines! The winning bidder will receive a trip for two to the 2025 Brickyard 400, including roundtrip airfare (within continental U.S.), all ground transportation, all meals, hotel, race day police escort, guided pit and garage tours, VIP seats in Lincoln’s Gasoline Alley Luxury Suite that overlooks Pit Road, and driver “meet and greet” at the Lincoln Electric suite on race morning. Attendees can plan to arrive in Indianapolis on Saturday, July 26 and depart Monday morning July 28. Held on the hallowed, brick-laden ground of Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the Brickyard has long been one of NASCAR’s most-watched races. It’s an event with cherished traditions, like the post-race kissing of the bricks, and a healthy dose of intrigue. Must be 18 years or older to participate due to NASCAR regulations. Theo Facaros, (216) 481-8100, theo_facaros@lincolnelectric.com Value: $4,000 23. HOLT CAT - $10,000 Rental Credit for a Caterpillar Excavator Bid on a 40-ton excavator with special APCA 1-month rental rate of $10,000 plus freight, applicable taxes, and insurance. Subject to availability. Jeffery Surratt, jeffery.surratt@ holtcat.com Value: $10,000 24. Pe Ben USA - Squire Creek Experience Squire Creek Country Club is the number-one private golf club in the state of Louisiana and has been the only course in Louisiana to host a USGA Event. Squire Creek is also home to Top 10 player in the world Sam Burns along with numerous athletes and stars. This gift certificate includes two rounds of golf for four players and two nights lodging in the Cottages at Squire Creek, perfectly located on the 1st fairway. Matt Marino, (281) 452-4204, matt.marino@pebenusa.com Value: $3,588 25. Sunbelt Equipment Marketing, Inc. - FOPE 18K Yellow Gold Eka Stretch Bracelet FOPE 18K yellow gold Eka stretch bracelet with three half diamond stations totaling 0.33CTW, valued at $4,290; size medium. A masterpiece of jewelry making and engineering at the same time, Flex’it is a patented system for producing jewelry that is entirely and uniquely flexible, comfortable, and easy to wear, in 18-carat gold. Flex’it is the brand’s signature. FOPE jewelry is known the world over because of the mesh that is made flexible by a patented system of tiny 18-carat gold springs, which create original styles and fits. Donated by John and Bridget Fry. John Fry, III, (903) 534-7153, jfry@semicrawlers.com Value: $4,290 FLEX’IT The uniqueness of flexible jewellery A masterpiece of jewellery making and engineering at the same time, Flex’it is a patented system for producing jewellery that is entirely and uniquely flexible, comfortable and easy to wear, in 18-carat gold. Flex’it is the brand’s signature: if FOPE jewellery is known the world over, it is because of the mesh that is made flexible by a patented system of tiny 18-carat gold springs, which create original styles and fits. Live Auction Items Continued from page 17

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 19 26. HardRock - Exotic Hunt at Greenwood Valley Ranch, Rocksprings, Texas Exotic hunt for 2 hunters, 4 days/3 nights at the exclusively private Greenwood Valley Ranch in Rocksprings, Tex. Dates are June 26-29. Greenwood Valley Ranch is a private family-owned ranch that spans over 16,000 acres, with more than 30 different species of animals. It is set in the rolling rock hills of aptly named Rocksprings. Besides the amazing views atop rock bluffs, unparalleled hunting, it also sits on the head springs of the pristine Nueces River and produes excellent fishing. The family has owned Greenwood since 1952 and rarely allows any non-family hunts. The lodge is equipped with rustic accommodations, a private chef, and all the amenities you will need. It is located approximately an hour and a half northwest of San Antonio. The nearest private airfield is Kerrville, Tex., 30 minutes away. This hunt package is for 2 hunters and includes all lodging, meals, beverages, and 2 trophy Axis Bucks (or any other exotic of equal or lesser value). Come relax, experience one of the most beautiful ranches in Texas, and make memories that will last forever. Chris Jones, (210) 705-4510, chris.jones@hardrocks.com Value: $14,000 27. Government Affairs Solutions - Washington D.C. Experience Experience our Nation’s Capital hosted by the staff of Government Affairs Solutions. Enjoy a two-night stay for two at the historic Morrison House in Alexandria, Va., a round of golf at Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, Va., dinner at the Capitol Hill Club in Washington, D.C., and a tour of the museums of your choice on the National Mall. Dates of your choice. Government Affairs Solutions, (703) 212-7745, Value: $3,000 28. Komatsu - Two-Month Rental of a D71PXi-24 Crawler Dozer #1 Bid on next-generation intelligence with this two-month rental of a D71PXi-24 Crawler Dozer. How do you make one of the industry’s most capable, dependable dozers even better? Make it smart. The industry’s newest slant-nosed, intelligent HST dozer features the latest IMC 2.0 capabilities, including lift layer control, quick surface creation, proactive dozing control, tilt steering control, two antennas to support multiple global navigation satellite systems, and factory-installed information and communication technology system. The machine features 237 horsepower at 2,200 rpm, an operating weight of 51,147 lbs., and a blade capacity of 6.1 cubic yards. Joshua Sexton, (423) 227-5804, joshua.sexton@global.komatsu Value: $34,000 29. Komatsu - Two-Month Rental of a D71PXi-24 Crawler Dozer #2 See description above. Joshua Sexton, (423) 227-5804, joshua.sexton@global.komatsu Value: $34,000 30. Weaver, LLC - Four Sixes Ranch Beef / 12-Month Subscription This package includes four 8-ounce prime tenderloin steaks and two 14-ounce prime ribeye steaks. Established in 1870, the Four Sixes Ranch is a true working ranch with deep roots in the past and a vision for the future. The Four Sixes Ranch is a real-life working ranch that is located in Guthrie, Texas. The ranch is part of the famous Burnett Ranches LLC, which is among the most storied family-run businesses in Texas history. Perfectly marbled, aged for a minimum of 21 days, and cut only from USDA Certified Prime beef, the Prime Tenderloin steak offers the most tender eating experience. Also known as the filet mignon, these tenderloin steaks are prized for their unique flavor, buttery smooth texture, and decadent bite. The Prime Ribeye Steak offers the perfect combination of rich, flavor, generous marbling and a tender bite. USDA Certified Prime, wet-aged for a minimum of 21 days, and trimmed to strict steakhouse specifications, the Prime Ribeye Steak is definitely a cut above. Roy Weaver, (205) 230-0080, rweaver@weaverllc.com Value: $3,400 31. HELPS - One Day of Construction-Specific Training Andy Patron is excited to offer a day of training with the topic negotiable. Andy has a large library of construction-specific programs, so he is sure that we can find something that will be valuable to the winning bidder. Andy delivers a multitude of training programs that add value to t the exclusively private Greenwood Valley 26th – June 29th. Estimated value $14,000 owned ranch. The ranch spans over 16,000 mals. It is set in the rolling rocky hills of aptly views atop rock bluffs, unparalleled hunting, e Nueces River and produces excellent since 1952, and rarely allows any non-family dations, a private chef, and all the amenities n hour and a half north west of San Antonio minutes away). – all lodging, meals, beverages, and 2 trophy esser value). autiful ranches in Texas, and make rastructure Services. Continued on page 20

PIPELINE CONTRACTORS JOURNAL | 1st Quarter 2025 20 businesses by increasing the productivity of their employees. The result is maximized efficiency, profitability, and customer success and retention. Andy will bill travel expenses and materials directly to the winning company. Andy Patron, (919) 749-2500, andy@helps.biz Value: $8,000 32. Mears Group - Suite Tickets to Colorado Avalanche or Denver Nuggets The winning bidder receives 10 suite tickets and 2 parking passes to the game of the their choice for either the Colorado Avalanche or the Denver Nuggets in the 2025 season. Both teams play in Ball Arena so the suite is the same. And both teams are headed for the playoffs as serious title contenders. The winning bidder will decide which sport they want to watch. Patrick McRae, (970) 250-8521, patrick.mcrae@mears.net Value: $4,000 Silent Items 1. Rain for Rent - YETI Tundra 35 The YETI Tundra 35 holds enough for a small crew for the day and fits nicely on a 4-wheeler and inner tube. It is portable enough for one person to haul while still having an impressive carrying capacity of up to 20 cans with a recommended 2:1 ice-to-contents ratio. Ice stays ice thanks to up to 3 inches of PermaFrost Insulation, and an extra thick FatWall design is certified bear-resistant. Levi Hancock, (661) 399-9128, lhancock@rainforrent.com Value: $275 2. Rain for Rent - YETI 45 The YETI Tundra 45 is a solid all-purpose size, holding overnight camp provisions for four people or drinks for a day on the water. It combines versatility with durability with a capacity of up to 26 cans with a recommended 2:1 ice-to-contents ratio. Ice stays ice thanks to up to 3 inches of PermaFrost Insulation, and an extra thick FatWall design is certified bear-resistant. Levi Hancock, (661) 399-9128, lhancock@rainforrent.com Value: $325 3. Apache Industrial - Sunset Ranch Designs Handcrafted Navajo Inspired Necklaces Three individually designed, multi-gemstone necklaces. Each includes onyx, pearls, quartz, howlite, jasper, coral, and nickel free silver beads. Necklaces can be worn individually or collectively at 21, 23, and 25 inches with an easy-to-wear S-clasp closure. Designed & created by our own Barb Black! Coleman (Chip) Black, (512) 829-5242, cblack@ apacheip.com Value: $400 4. Beard Oil - Shinola Detroit Women’s Watch Stunning inside and out! Featuring a mother-of-pearl dial, blush ceramic bracelet, and champagne gold accents all around, the 40mm Canfield Sport by Shinola is a stand-out in more ways than one. But it’s just as impressive inside -- a threeeye chronograph movement powers this heirloom-worthy timepiece. The champagne gold PVD steel case is encircled by a fixed bezel with a blush ceramic insert, and the look is complemented by the ultimate accessory: a scratch-resistant, durable, and lightweight ceramic three-link bracelet in a radiant blush pink. Sporty but refined, the Canfield Sport is timeless, and in this sophisticated colorway, it’s a quintessential piece for your wardrobe. Made in Detroit, Michigan. Amie Beard-Deja, (800) 232-1860, amie@beardoil.com Value: $1,300 5. Viking Mat Company - Rip Van Winkle & Blanton’s Bourbon Rip Van Winkle & Blanton Bourbons to be shipped to the winning bidder. Old Rip Van Winkle is bottled as close to barrel proof as possible. They add just a splash of their Kentucky limestone well-water when they empty the barrels for bottling. Thus, this whiskey is as smooth as any you will find. Blanton’s Bourbon is taken from the center-cut of the famous Warehouse H, Blanton’s Original Single Barrel. The taste profile is sweet, with notes of citrus and oak. The creamy vanilla nose is teased with caramel and butterscotch, all underscored by familiar baking spices such as clove, nutmeg, or cinnamon. Blanton’s Original set the standard for single barrel bourbons in 1984. Best served neat or on the rocks. Bryant Harvey, (952) 941-6512, harvey@vikingmat.com Value: $900 Live and Silent Auction Items Continued from page 19

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