Orphan well - oil and gas projects

The Ohio Competitive Selection Two-Phase IDV (CSP900922-25) is a specialized contract focused on oil and gas well management services, specifically targeting orphan and idle well projects within the state. The contract enables the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) to procure comprehensive well drilling, construction, plugging, and abandonment services. Covered under UNSPSC codes 71120000 and 71141100, the IDV supports critical infrastructure management by facilitating remediation of abandoned well sites through a pre-qualified contractor selection process. Projects are funded through forfeited bonds and the Oil and Gas Well Fund, with work assignments determined by ODNR based on specific project requirements and funding availability.

The IDV is awarded to MH Oilfield Service LLC of Amesville, Ohio, with three additional subcontractors: Appalachian Well Surveys, Inc., Huffman-Bowers, Inc., and Triple B Services, LLC. The contract was issued by the Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) and has a current performance period from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2026. As a Mandatory Use Contract, it provides a competitive selection two-phase procurement mechanism exclusively for Ohio state agencies, with no guaranteed purchase volume. The contract includes specific provisions such as Net 30 Days payment terms and restrictions on using public funds for offshore services, offering a structured approach to managing complex well remediation projects across diverse geographical areas.