Orphan well - oil and gas projects

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) has established an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for Orphan Well - Oil and Gas Projects, specifically focused on well drilling and construction services, as well as well plugging and abandonment services. This Competitive Selection - Two Phase contract enables the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Oil and Gas Resources Management (DOGRM), to address idle and orphaned wells across the state. The IDV covers comprehensive oil and gas project activities, with work funded through forfeited bonds and the Oil and Gas Well Fund, allowing for site-specific remediation and management of well-related infrastructure.

The prime contractor for this IDV is Huwer Drilling, LLC, located in Coldwater, Ohio, with a contract period from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2026. The contract is a state-level mandatory use vehicle with statewide Ohio coverage, specifically designed for well remediation projects. While no guaranteed purchase volume is specified, project assignments will be determined based on contractor readiness, project complexity, and available funding. The contract type is a Competitive Selection - Two Phase approach, with payment terms of Net 30 Days and a focus on identifying and remediating idle and orphaned oil and gas wells throughout the state.