An orphan well in Loving County is actively leaking produced water to the surface from the casing. The affected area measures approximately 130 feet…

The State of Texas awarded an emergency contract to Advantage Business Capital Inc. for emergency containment and remediation services related to an orphan well in Loving County. The well is actively leaking produced water to the surface through the casing, affecting an area of approximately 130 feet by 95 feet located within a gravel pit. The contractor was selected based on its ability to respond immediately and provide the best value to the State, following outreach to three qualified vendors by the Midland district office. The contract was awarded on July 1, 2026, under contract identification number 26-9195.

The scope of work encompasses fluid containment and hauling services, as well as well repair efforts to arrest the active leak. Services are classified under multiple UNSPSC categories including well completion services, oilfield drilling bit services, oilfield drilling performance services, and milling through coiled tubing services, with corresponding NIGP classification for well services including drilling, plugging, maintenance, and repair. The contract was structured to utilize Pennsylvania (PA) emergency funds. Specific details regarding contract value, cumulative value, annual value, and the complete period of performance were not provided in the award documentation.