Methane Seep Program

The State of Colorado’s Energy Office (CEO) seeks a qualified contractor to design, implement, and manage a methane seep mitigation program using bio‑based technologies. Funded by up to $600,000 from the EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant, the effort focuses on naturally occurring methane seeps—primarily in the San Juan and Raton Basins—and may later expand to coal‑mine methane projects. The contractor will be responsible for site identification, property‑owner agreements, EPA cross‑cutter approvals, installation of mitigation systems, emissions monitoring, quality‑assurance documentation (QAPP), regular reporting, and a final case‑study deliverable. The contract runs from early January 2027 through September 30 2029, with monthly progress meetings, quarterly reports, and an annual report due each September 10. • Up to $600,000 budget (firm‑fixed‑price) • Contract term: ~33 months (Jan 2027 – Sep 2029) • Required experience: ≥3 years methane mitigation, federal grant compliance (BABA, DBRA, NEPA) • Deliverables: kickoff meeting, monthly/annual reports, QAPP & crosswalk, site‑selection analysis, mitigation system design & installation, emissions monitoring reports, final report & public case study • Mandatory accessibility compliance (WCAG AA) and AI governance adherence • Primary contact: Tara Larwick, Procurement Specialist (email provided)