ODNR, Division of Oil & Gas – OWP – Pickaway County #1 - 1 Well

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR), Division of Oil & Gas Resources Management, is soliciting bids for an Orphan Well Plugging (OWP) project in Pickaway County, specifically targeting the Crystal Hammond 1 well located at coordinates 39.519466, -82.737676. The project scope encompasses comprehensive well plugging operations, including mobilization, site access, well preparation, plugging, logging, tubing removal, cement placement, and site restoration. Contractors must be active on a CSP900922 contract and attend a mandatory pre-bid meeting scheduled for Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at 9:00 AM at the well site. The project requires extensive technical capabilities, including handling 459 sacks of approved cement, 200 barrels of well control fluid, and 5,824 square feet of road mats. Evaluation criteria focus on selecting the lowest responsive and responsible bidder who is in good standing with Division and Agency Projects. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM on Thursday, May 1, 2025, through the OhioBuys online procurement system, with project completion expected within six months of the effective date or by June 30, 2025.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Contractors must be pre-qualified under the state contract and possess comprehensive capabilities for well plugging operations, including equipment, labor, materials, and site restoration expertise. The project is funded through state funds and potentially the Infrastructure, Investment and Jobs Act, though specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the documentation. Contractors will be required to adhere to strict safety protocols, environmental regulations, and technical specifications outlined in the Scope of Work document. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability coverage of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence, automobile liability coverage, and workers' compensation insurance. The project involves comprehensive contingency provisions for potential alternative well control fluid, fishing, milling/drillout, and other unforeseen circumstances, indicating a complex and technically demanding procurement opportunity.