This is a high H2S well with a max concentration of 370, 000 PPM. Specialized safety equipment and special trained personnel will be required…

The State of Texas awarded a contract to AXIS ENERGY SERVICES, LLC on May 29, 2026, for specialized well plugging services related to a high hydrogen sulfide (H2S) well located in Henderson County. The well contains a maximum H2S concentration of 370,000 parts per million (PPM), necessitating specialized safety equipment and trained personnel for safe decommissioning. The estimated contract value is $900,000, with the services requested on May 20, 2026. The Henderson district office conducted a competitive evaluation of three qualified vendors and selected AXIS ENERGY SERVICES, LLC based on immediate availability and best value determination for the State.

The contracted services fall under multiple service categories, including well completion services, oilfield drilling bit services, oilfield pressure testing services, and well velocity survey services, as indicated by the assigned UNSPSC codes. The work is classified under the NIGP category for well services, encompassing drilling, plugging, consulting, maintenance, and repair activities. While the specific performance period and detailed scope breakdown are not provided in the award documentation, the nature of the engagement indicates a focused, time-sensitive operation requiring specialized expertise in hazardous well decommissioning operations.