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 federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) Formula Grant program. The contractor must provide all labor, equipment, materials, permits, and supervision required to complete the work in compliance with state and federal regulations, including the Davis‑Bacon Act and Buy‑America requirements. Work includes installing cement plugs, cutting and capping casings, environmental hazard reporting, weekly progress reporting, and coordination with other MSOGB contractors. The contract will be a fixed‑price agreement with possible adjustments for unforeseen conditions. Bidders must attend a mandatory pre‑bid site inspection, submit questions by August 7, 2026, and deliver bids by August 24, 2026. The performance period is slated for October 7, 2026 through September 30, 2027. • Mandatory pre‑bid site inspection on July 30‑31, 2026. • Questions due August 7, 2026; bid deadline August 24, 2026 (4 PM CST). • Contract award anticipated September 1, 2026; work to run ~12 months. • Scope includes plugging, remediation, reclamation, reporting, and compliance with IIJA, Davis‑Bacon, and Buy‑America. • Contractor must be qualified in Mississippi, have ≥5 years relevant experience, and possess all required licenses. • Fixed‑price contract with possible change‑order adjustments; weekly progress reports required.