RFP-78-26 kastow- orphan well package- barren #001

The Commonwealth of Kentucky, specifically the Department for Facilities and Support Services, Division of Engineering and Contract Administration, is seeking a contractor for the Kentucky Abandoned Storage Tank and Orphan Well Reclamation Program (KASTOW) in Barren County. The project involves the remediation of 14 orphaned well sites, with the primary objective of reclaiming and addressing abandoned oil and gas wells. Bidders must provide a total cost per site and an overall project cost for a firm-fixed contract, with the Division retaining the right to remove individual sites from the project scope. Specific requirements include providing a detailed bid form listing the total cost for each site, certifying no current or past affiliation with the original well owners or operators, and submitting required affidavits including campaign finance law compliance and vendor information. The proposal includes provisions for potential reimbursement if Technologically Enhanced Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material (TENORM) impacted metals are discovered exceeding background levels, with the contractor eligible for documented disposal costs plus a 10% administrative fee. The solicitation (RFP-78-26) was issued on September 22, 2025, with proposals due on October 17, 2025, at 15:00, and will be managed by the Division of Oil and Gas in Frankfort, Kentucky.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Bidders will need to submit comprehensive documentation as outlined in the attached checklist, including notarized forms and compliance certificates. The contact for the solicitation is Kristi Sharp, who can be reached at 502-330-9858, and electronic bidding is permitted. While specific award values or budget ranges are not explicitly detailed in the provided documents, the project involves reclamation services for multiple well sites with a potential for additional cost adjustments based on site conditions. The contract includes standard construction contract general conditions, which outline payment protocols, with provisions for progress payments and retainage (initially 10%, reducing to 5% after 51% project completion). Contractors will be required to provide one-year warranties on materials and workmanship, meet insurance requirements, and comply with state regulations including non-discrimination policies and apprenticeship requirements. The procurement is categorized under commodity code 912 for Construction Services, General, indicating a focus on comprehensive site remediation and restoration services.