Bid guide
How to bid on Monitoring Well Abandonment for the US Geological Survey
What the USGS is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) needs a contractor to properly abandon a monitoring well in Easton, Maryland. This work involves addressing bridged bentonite within the well casing, following specific procedures from the Maryland Department of the Environment and the Talbot County Health Department.
This is a firm, fixed-price contract. The work is expected to take 30 days, with additional time for necessary approvals and reporting. This opportunity is a small business set-aside, making it suitable for eligible small firms in the environmental or construction sectors.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
Quotes for this opportunity are due by August 06, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET. It is important to submit your complete quote before this deadline.
The USGS anticipates awarding the contract on August 19, 2026. This timeline allows for a quick turnaround from submission to potential award.
Who this opportunity suits
This solicitation is a small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses are eligible to bid. The NAICS code for this work is 237110, which covers Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction. Firms with experience in environmental remediation, well abandonment, or specialized construction related to water infrastructure would be a good fit.
Vendors should be familiar with or capable of adhering to Maryland Department of the Environment and Talbot County Health Department procedures for well abandonment.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full details of this opportunity, you need to view the original source on the portal. Click the "View original source" link. If you land on the portal's homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid.
You may need a free account on the portal to view all documents, though this is not always required. All correspondence and your final quote MUST be emailed to [email protected]. Your quote should include both pricing and a description of your technical capabilities to perform the work.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Since the basis of award is "lowest-price technically acceptable," ensure your pricing is competitive while clearly demonstrating your firm's ability to meet all technical requirements. Provide a clear and concise technical capabilities statement that directly addresses the scope of work, including the specific procedures for abandoning the well and handling the bridged bentonite.
Carefully review Attachment 1 (Performance-based Work Statement) and Attachment 3 (site location) to fully understand the project's specifics. Highlight any relevant experience your firm has with similar well abandonment projects, especially those involving specific environmental regulations or challenging site conditions. Make sure your firm is registered in SAM.gov, as this is required for contract award.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from US Geological Survey; the original posting controls.