Orphan Well - Washington 19

This is a competitively bid, mission-critical project to plug one orphaned well in Washington County, Ohio, as required by state statute to protect public health and the environment. The project is being managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Oil & Gas Resources Management, and is being conducted through the existing OhioBuys CSP900922 solicitation. The selected contractor will be responsible for all aspects of the project, including site preparation, well control, and well plugging, and must complete the work within 2 months or by August 16, 2024, whichever is sooner. Pricing will be based on a combination of lump sum and unit prices, and the Division will select the lowest responsive offer. Failure to complete the work by the contract due dates may result in suspension or termination of the contract.

The contract has provisions for change orders, withholding of retainage, and termination at will by the Division. Bidders must be pre-qualified on the existing State Contract CSP900-922 and submit their offers through OhioBuys. No additional details are provided regarding set-asides, incumbent vendors, or budget ranges.