Orphan Well - Darke 3

The state of Ohio, specifically through Darke County, is seeking competitive bids for the Darke 3 Orphan Well Program, a critical environmental and public safety project involving the plugging of thirteen idle and orphaned wells. The procurement opportunity, posted on November 26, 2024, with proposals due by December 19, 2024, is being competitively bid through the OhioBuys procurement platform under CSP900922. The primary objective is to address imminent health and safety risks by properly plugging orphaned wells, a statutory requirement that aims to protect public welfare and environmental integrity. Contractors will be responsible for comprehensive well plugging activities, which likely include site preparation, well control, cementing, and site restoration. The project requires technical expertise in well abandonment procedures, environmental compliance, and safety protocols. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, bidders can expect assessment based on technical capability, safety record, proposed methodology, and cost-effectiveness.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions on organizational types, suggesting the opportunity is open to qualified contractors with appropriate expertise in well plugging and environmental remediation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The procurement appears to be structured to attract experienced environmental service providers with specialized skills in orphan well management. Though a specific budget range is not provided, the project's scope of thirteen wells and the requirement for comprehensive plugging suggests a potentially significant investment. Contractors will need to navigate the OhioBuys platform, specifically understanding how to manage item sorting and proposal submissions as outlined in the attached OhioBuys instructional document. Technical proficiency in well plugging, familiarity with Ohio's environmental regulations, and the ability to execute mission-critical infrastructure remediation will be key qualifications for successful bidders.