Lewis Co. Group A - South Well Plugging Package

The West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection, Office of Oil and Gas, is requesting quotes for the Lewis County Group A South Well Plugging Package, an ARFQ for construction, reclamation, and plugging services on nine abandoned wells, with bids due July 1, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time. A mandatory pre-bid meeting is scheduled for June 17, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time at the Park and Ride at the intersection of State Route 19 and State Route 4 near Crawford, West Virginia.

The scope comprises permitting for all nine wells and plugging and reclamation work for each individual well identified by API numbers: 47-041-00088, 47-041-00140, 47-041-00294, 47-041-00649, 47-041-01122, 47-041-01212, 47-041-05407, 47-041-05791, and 47-041-05793. The solicitation includes 19 line items with unit and total pricing required for each. All work must comply with state and federal regulations, including the Endangered Species Act, State Historic Preservation Office requirements, West Virginia erosion and sediment control standards, and applicable permits.

This contract is federally funded under Section 40601 of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and is subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements. Addendum No. 2, issued June 23, 2026, incorporates General Decision Number WV20260061 (effective May 18, 2026) with prevailing wage rates for Lewis County ranging from approximately $25.26 to $42.20 per hour plus fringe benefits across multiple skilled-trade classifications. The contract is also subject to Executive Order 13706 (paid sick leave) and Executive Order 13658 (minimum wage).

The contract is structured as a one-year initial term with potential renewal for up to three successive one-year periods upon mutual written consent and Attorney General approval. Bid bonds equal to 5% of total bid amount are required; performance bonds and labor/material payment bonds equal to 100% of contract value are due prior to award. Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability Insurance must be maintained at no less than $2 million per occurrence. Liquidated damages are $1,000 per working day for delays beyond contract completion. Technical questions are due June 23, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time. All bids must be submitted electronically through wvOASIS Vendor Self Service at www.wvOASIS.gov. Vendors must acknowledge receipt of Addenda Nos. 1 and 2 to avoid disqualification. Contact Herminio David Robles at (304) 414-1155 or david.h.robles@wv.gov.