Contractor to Assist the Mississippi Oil and Gas Board with the Plugging, Remediation, and Reclamation of Orphaned Wells

The Mississippi Oil and Gas Board (MSOGB) is seeking a qualified contractor to plug, remediate, and reclaim orphaned oil and gas wells throughout the state under the IIJA‑funded Orphaned Well Program. The contractor must attend a mandatory pre‑bid site inspection, submit a detailed technical approach for each well, and provide weekly progress reports. The contract will be a fixed‑price, non‑IT personnel services award lasting roughly one year, with work beginning early February 2027 and ending by the end of January 2028. Bidders must demonstrate at least five years of relevant experience, possess all required state licenses, and be capable of handling environmental, safety, and regulatory compliance. • Issue Date: Oct 5 2026; Pre‑bid inspection: Oct 22 2026 (mandatory) • Questions due: Nov 11 2026; Bid submission deadline: Dec 18 2026, 4 PM CST • Anticipated award notice: Jan 6 2027; Performance period: Feb 3 2027 – Jan 31 2028 (≈12 months) • Scope: Plugging, remediation, reclamation of orphaned wells; provide labor, equipment, materials, reporting, DBE compliance, and adherence to Davis‑Bacon and Buy‑America rules • Minimum qualifications: 5 + years experience, state business license, relevant environmental/​well‑plugging certifications, financial capacity • Contact for questions & bid coordination: Missy Zebert, Bid Coordinator, (601) 576‑4919, [email protected]