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 attend a mandatory pre‑bid site inspection, submit a detailed proposal for each well, and be capable of providing all labor, equipment, materials, permits, and reporting required to complete the work in a safe, environmentally‑compliant manner. • Scope: Plugging, remediation, and reclamation of dozens of orphaned wells (see Exhibit A) per detailed technical specifications (Exhibit B). • Timeline: Issue 15 Jul 2026 → Pre‑bid inspection 30‑31 Jul 2026 → Questions due 7 Aug 2026 → Bid submission deadline 24 Aug 2026 → Anticipated award 1 Sep 2026 → Performance period 7 Oct 2026 to 30 Sep 2027 (≈12 months). • Mandatory pre‑bid site visit; failure to attend disqualifies the bidder. • Required qualifications: Minimum 5 years experience in well‑plugging or similar environmental remediation, valid Mississippi business license, relevant certifications, and ability to meet Davis‑Bacon and Buy‑America requirements. • Deliverables: Weekly progress reports, environmental hazard notifications within 24 hrs, full documentation (invoices, certified payroll, lien waivers) for each well. • Evaluation: Lowest‑price technically responsive bid will be awarded; cost‑based award formula described. • Contact: Missy Zebert (Bid Coordinator) – (601) 576‑4919, [email protected].