RFP-28-27 kastow - orphan well package - daviess #006

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Finance and Administration Cabinet, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is requesting proposals for orphan well plugging and remediation services in Daviess County under the Kentucky Abandoned Storage Tank and Orphan Well Reclamation Program (KASTOW), with proposals due July 31, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. This is a firm/fixed-price contract with Davis-Bacon Act prevailing wage requirements.

The scope covers orphan well plugging and remediation work at multiple sites in Daviess County Package #006. The selected contractor must achieve substantial completion within 365 calendar days from award and final completion within one additional year, with liquidated damages of $200 per calendar day for unexcused delays beyond either milestone.

Evaluation allocates 70 total points across six criteria: prime and subcontractor experience (2 points), project history (5 points), equipment adequacy (6 points), work plan completeness (6 points), past performance with the Division of Oil and Gas (6 points), and proposed project cost (45 points). The Commonwealth reserves the right to negotiate with the top-ranked vendor or subsequent vendors if negotiation with the highest-ranked bidder fails.

Proposals must include a signed face of solicitation, acknowledgment of the latest addendum, cost and technical proposals uploaded to the Commonwealth's eProcurement system, a notarized transmittal letter, required affidavits and certifications, Kentucky Tax Registration Form 10A100, and proof of Secretary of State registration for foreign entities. A bid guarantee of not less than 5 percent of the lump sum base bid is required, with 100% performance and payment bonds due within five calendar days of award from a Kentucky-authorized surety company. Written questions are due July 7, 2026, with Commonwealth responses by July 13, 2026. Contract award is anticipated August 26, 2026. Contact Gina Cavender at 502-573-0140 for additional information.