C&P 19 OG Wells Multi Twp, Clarion and Forest Cnty

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is seeking qualified contractors to perform well plugging and site restoration services for nineteen (19) orphan gas wells located across Clarion and Forest Counties. The project involves clean-out and plugging of wells estimated to be between 660 to 3,300 feet in depth, with specific requirements to meet departmental specifications. A mandatory pre-bid conference is scheduled for February 7 at 9 a.m. at the Farmington Township Volunteer Fire Co. Parking Lot in Leeper, PA, and attendance is critical, as failure to attend will result in automatic bid rejection. Bid documents are available free of charge through www.BidExpress.com starting on the issue date of January 24, 2023, with a proposal submission deadline of February 23, 2023. Contractors will be responsible for complete site preparation, restoration, and full mobilization and demobilization of necessary plugging equipment.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the contract opportunity, interested bidders should anticipate standard qualification requirements typical of environmental remediation contracts. Potential vendors will likely need to demonstrate technical expertise in gas well plugging, environmental restoration, and compliance with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection standards. The contract appears focused on environmental mitigation and infrastructure maintenance, suggesting potential opportunities for local or small businesses with specialized environmental services capabilities. Although a specific budget range is not provided, well plugging projects of this nature typically represent significant investments in environmental remediation, potentially ranging from $100,000 to $500,000 depending on well complexity and site conditions. Contractors should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation of their technical capabilities, safety protocols, and previous experience with similar orphan well plugging projects.