Mineral Well AML Reclamation Project

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment is soliciting bids for the Mineral Well AML Reclamation Project, which involves the reclamation of an abandoned mineral well site in Clay County, Kansas. The project requires drilling, cementing, and disposal services to properly decommission the well. Bidders must be Kansas Licensed Water Well Contractors and demonstrate the ability to comply with KDHE's well plugging regulations. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest responsive bid that meets the technical specifications outlined in the Invitation for Bid (IFB). A mandatory pre-bid conference will be held on September 19, 2024, and bids are due by October 3, 2024 at 2:00 PM CDT. The contract term is from the date of award through October 31, 2025, with an option to renew for one additional 12-month period.

The IFB includes provisions for various bidder preference programs, such as for disabled veteran-owned businesses and certified businesses. The state reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids. While the IFB does not specify an estimated contract value or budget range, it does require a 5% bid bond and a 100% performance bond from the successful bidder. The state also notes that pricing must be made available to political subdivisions, indicating potential opportunities for cooperative purchasing.