Prospect Energy 50 - Orphaned Wells Plugging & Decommissioning Project

REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)
RFP #P26-13
Prospect Energy 50 - Orphaned Wells Plugging & Decommissioning Project
RFP SUMMARY:
To enter into an agreement with an oil and gas operator who will cap 50 orphan oil wells in Larimer
County.
PRE-PROPOSAL MEETING: August 27, 2026 @ 10:00 AM (MT)
A Pre-Proposal Conference will be held via ZOOM
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Representatives of Larimer County will be present to discuss the project and answer questions.
Respondents are requested (not required) to attend and participate in the conference. Vendors should read
the entire RFP document prior to the meeting.
Respondents are requested (not required) to attend and participate in the conference. Vendors should read
the entire RFP document prior to the Pre-Proposal Meeting.
QUESTION DEADLINE: September 2, 2026 @ 10:00 a.m. (MT)
All questions regarding this solicitation must be emailed to the Contact Person identified below. If you do not
receive a confirmation email of receipt, please call the Contact Person to verify receipt of your questions. No
questions will be accepted after the date and time referenced above. All questions received will be answered
via Addendum only.
DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTALS: September 14, 2026 @ 2:00 p.m. (MT)
The Board of Larimer County Commissioners will only be accepting proposals electronically submitted via the
Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (BidNet, BidNet Direct) portal, up to the date and time referenced
above, at which time they will be recorded, but not publicly opened on behalf of the Community Development
Department.
BIDNET PORTAL / RFP OFFICIAL WEBSITE:
To submit your proposal and view official solicitation documents and addenda only available on the BidNet
portal, use the following link: https://www.bidnetdirect.com/colorado/larimer-county/
CONTACT PERSON:
Purchasing Agent Les Brown, brownxld@co.larimer.co.us, 970-498-5954
NOTE: Unauthorized contact with a County employee other than the Contact Person listed above or
Purchasing Manager regarding this RFP may result in disqualification of your Proposal.
1. GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPOSERS:
1.1 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Disclosure:
Portions of this solicitation may have been prepared or modified with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
technologies. All such content has been reviewed, verified, and approved for accuracy and compliance by the
Purchasing Agent prior to issuance.

1.2 Cooperative Use
Other governmental entities may piggyback on the award of this solicitation, assuming the award vendor is
amenable, and should contact Larimer County Purchasing for any necessary procurement documents. The
entity will deal directly with the award vendor concerning the placement of Purchase Orders, freight charges,
contracting and disputes, invoicing, and payment. Larimer County will not be held liable or responsible for any
liability, claims, costs, damages, demands, actions, losses, judgments or expenses incurred by the vendor or
any government entity relating to such use.
1.3 Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) / Disadvantaged Business Opportunities:
Larimer County, in accordance with Federal and State laws, is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not
discriminate. Larimer County strongly encourages the use of small and minority firms, women's business
enterprises, and labor surplus area firm services.
Larimer County hereby notifies all Proposers they will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit a Proposal
in response to this RFP and they will not be discriminated against on the basis of age 40 and over, race, sex
(including pregnancy), color, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by Federal,
State, or local law in consideration for award.
1.4 Payment:
Payment for work performed or goods sold to Larimer County can be expected within 30 days after receipt of
the invoice and satisfactory acceptance by the Department receiving the service or goods (unless otherwise
stated and agreed to by County).
1.5 Proposal Consideration:
Larimer County reserves the right to reject any and or all proposals, to further negotiate with any and/or all
qualified proposers and to waive informalities and irregularities in proposals received, and to accept any
portion of the proposal if deemed to be in the best interest of Larimer County to do so. If, in the sole judgment
of the Board of County Commissioners, the proposals are substantially equal, the Board may grant the contract
to companies located in Larimer County, however this is not applicable in the case that Federal funds are
used.
1.6 Proposal Preparation:
Proposers will not be compensated for generating, producing, or duplicating any proposal materials associated
with this RFP. Proposals must be furnished exclusive of any Federal, State, or Local taxes; Larimer County is
tax exempt.
1.7 Proposal Submission:
Proposers must be registered with BidNet in order to submit a proposal; registration is free. Larimer County
strongly recommends proposers register well in advance of the submittal deadline to ensure they have
adequate time to upload and submit their proposal.
It is the sole responsibility of the Proposer to ensure all required Proposal documents are submitted through
BidNet by the submission deadline. Proposals will be time-stamped by BidNet upon receipt; BidNet does not
allow for uploading or submitting Proposal documents after the Proposal submittals deadline has passed, so
allow adequate time to upload and submit your Proposal prior to the deadline. Larimer County will not accept
uploads that are "saved" but not "submitted". To verify that a Proposal has been submitted successfully,
Proposers may contact BidNet Support, or verify, via the Proposal Management tab in the Proposer's account,
that the documents are not in "Draft" status.
Proposers are required to submit one (1) non-redacted proposal. All parts of the proposal should be
combined and submitted as one (1) single .pdf file; proposals comprised of multiple separate files are
not acceptable and your proposal may be rejected.
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By submitting a proposal, the proposer agrees they may not rescind their proposal on or after the closing date
and time identified in the RFP or as modified by addendum. No delivery will become due or be accepted until
an agreement has been completed either in the form of a formal executed contract, or a purchase order issued
by the Purchasing Manager of Larimer County. Prices and terms will remain in effect until a contract has
been executed.
1.8 Public Records:
Proposers may choose to also provide one (1) redacted .pdf proposal (as one single file), excluding any
information that is not subject to disclosure under the Colorado Open Records Act ("CORA"), such as trade
secrets, privileged information and confidential commercial, financial, geological or geophysical data exempt
from public disclosure under C.R.S. 24-72-204(3)(a)(IV). Statements that the entire proposal is confidential
will not be honored. After the Notice of Award has been issued, all information submitted in response to this
request for proposal (RFP) may be publicly disclosed if required under the CORA. If provided, the redacted
electronic copy will be used to satisfy CORA requests. Proposers that do not provide a redacted electronic
copy will have their non-redacted electronic copy used to satisfy CORA requests. Larimer County will
endeavor to keep the non-redacted proposal, separate and apart from the redacted proposal subject to the
provisions of CORA or Order of Court.
1.9 Reasonable Accommodations:
Per the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Larimer County will provide reasonable accommodation to
qualified individuals with a disability who need assistance. Services can be arranged with at least seven (7)
business days' notice. Please email the Contact Person listed on the page 1 or call Relay Colorado
711. "Walk-in" requests for auxiliary aids and services will be honored to the extent possible but may be
unavailable if advance notice is not provided.
1.10 Regulatory and Legal Compliance Requirements:
No vendor awarded a solicitation will be federally debarred. Such debarment will be checked through the
System for Award Management, at www.sam.gov.
All businesses, organizations, and individuals contracting with Larimer County must comply with Title II of the
Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended. For more information on these requirements and to read
the full Title II text, please go to the following web page: https://www.ada.gov/ada_title_II.htm.
The Keep Jobs in Colorado Act ( 8-17-101, et. seq., C.R.S.) requires that contractors who work on a public
works project financed in whole or in part by the state, counties, school districts, or municipalities of Colorado,
meet the 80% Colorado labor requirement on that public works project, as defined in 8-19- 102(2), C.R.S.
See https://cdle.colorado.gov/dlss/labor-laws-by-topic/job-postings-and-hiring/keep-jobs-in-colorado-act for
more information regarding this Act, which applies to Public Works projects only. The definition of
Public Works along with other "Frequently Asked Questions" about this Act may be found at:
https://cdle.colorado.gov/sites/cdle/files/Keep%20Jobs%20in%20Colorado%20FAQs%20October%202020%2
0accessible.pdf
The Proposer certifies that by submitting an offer, neither the contractor nor subcontractors, the organization
nor its principals are suspended or debarred or otherwise excluded from procurement by the Federal
government and do not appear on the Excluded Parties List System (EPLS) maintained by the General
Services Administration (GSA).
2. PROJECT OVERVIEW:
Colorado Law requires the Energy and Carbon Management Commission (ECMC) to administer and enforce
state regulations pertaining to oil and gas operations. The Colorado legislature set up the "Orphaned Wells
Mitigation Enterprise" to fund and oversee the plugging, reclaiming, and remediating of orphaned wells and
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marginal wells in Colorado. The enterprise is designed to be industry-funded, with the fee structure aimed at
generating approximately $10 million annually to address the growing backlog of orphaned wells.
In cooperation with the ECMC, Larimer County seeks to plug 50 orphaned well locations, including the
decommissioning and removal of production equipment, decommissioning and removal/abandonment of onsite
flowlines, as well as removal and proper disposal of all debris from each location. See Exhibit A - Final
Intergovernmental Grant Agreement to review the agreement between Larimer County and Colorado State.
This project is situated in central Larimer County and includes portions of the northern reaches of the City of
Fort Collins. The wells and supporting facilities were formerly operated by Prospect Energy LLC (ECMC
Operator Number 10312), however they were abandoned and now are part of the ECMC Orphaned Well
Program (OWP).
WELL LOCATIONS:
The individual well locations for the proposed project are as follows:
1. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #17-1 (API 069-06312)
2. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #17-2 (API 069-06306)
3. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-1 (API 069-06250)
4. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-2 (API 069-06251)
5. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-3 (API 069-06252)
6. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-4 (API 069-06287)
7. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-5 (API 069-06301)
8. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-6 (API 069-062302)
9. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-7 (API 069-06303)
10. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-8 (API 069-06285)
11. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-9 (API 069-06289)
12. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #19-10 (API 069-06313)
13. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #20-1 (API 069-06309)
14. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #20-2 (API 069-06307)
15. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-2 (API 069-06076)
16. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-6 (API 069-06094)
17. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-7 (API 069-06095)
18. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-8 (API 069-06253)
19. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-10 (API 069-06255)
20. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-11 (API 069-06256)
21. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-12 (API 069-06257)
22. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-13 (API 069-06258)
23. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-14 (API 069-06297)
24. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-17 (API 069-06284)
25. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-18 (API 069-06311)
26. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #30-19 (API 069-06315)
27. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #31-1 (API 069-06316)
28. Muddy Sandstone Unit (MSSU) #31-3 (API 069-06318)
29. Krause #1 (API 069-05121)
30. Krause #2 (API 069-06032)
31. Whitaker Blunk #1 (API 069-05108)
32. K.W.B. #1 (API 069-05124)
33. Community #1 (API 069-05129)
34. Community #2 (API 069-05133)
35. Community #3 (API 069-05132)
36. Community #5 (API 069-05125)
37. Community #6 (API 069-05137)
38. Community #7 (API 069-06400)
39. Martinez #1 (API 069-05134)
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40. Martinez, F G #2 (API 069-05136)
41. Martinez #3 (API 069-06399)
42. Sabin #1 (API 069-05135)
43. Hearthfire #1 (API 069-06254)
44. Cheyenne Ridge #7-1 (API 069-06310)
45. Meyer #1 (API 069-05113)
46. Meyer #2 (API 069-06033)
47. Meyer #3 (API 069-05114)
48. KIIX #1 (API 069-06332)
49. Peterson #14-20 (API 069-06083)
50. Worth #1 (API 069-05115)
Locations without wells include:
1. COMMUNITY-68N68W #18NENE (OWP), Loc. ID474545
2. 8-8N-68W SWSW Cheyenne Ridge TB, Loc. ID 482538
The following activities typically associated with plugging and abandonment of oil and gas facilities are
specifically excluded from this solicitation:
1. Collection and documentation of Global Positioning System well location data and flowline riser endpoint
data will be measured by ECMC staff or others.
2. Reclamation and management of oil and gas exploration and production (E&P) waste beyond the extent
necessary to perform work related to plugging the Wells, abandoning flowlines, and decommissioning
production equipment. If the Operator discovers existing historic contamination from former oil and gas
operations at the Locations during execution of the work, Operator shall immediately notify the ECMC
Environmental Specialist. Removal or remediation of existing historic contamination beyond the work areas
required by the Operator to execute the Scope of Work in this solicitation is not included in the Scope of
Work for this project.
3. Pre-and-post-methane monitoring for this project will be conducted by another firm and is not part of this
solicitation.
4. The Engineering & Permitting Consultant as well as the Project Oversight Consultant are not part of this
solicitation, and those tasks will be performed by other firm(s).
3. QUALIFICATIONS:
Qualifications, at a minimum, include the following and should be documented explicitly in your proposal:
1. Able and willing to be a Registered Operator with the ECMC.
1.1. An Operator that's only planning to plug orphaned wells needs to file a Form 1, a Form 1A, and a Form
1B.
1.2. No financial assurance is required except the insurance requirements in ECMC Rule 705.
4. SCOPE OF WORK:
The Operator at a minimum, will provide, perform, and/or furnish the following:
1. MINIMUM GENERAL EXPECTATIONS:
1.1. Assist the County in prioritizing the sequence in which the orphaned well locations should be plugged
and decommissioned.
1.2. Work with the required engineering and site analysis (e.g. wellbore diagrams) prepared by the
separately hired Oil and Gas Engineering and Permitting Consultant.
1.3. Prepare, submit, and receive approval of all required ECMC Forms for plugging oil and gas wells.
1.4. Issue any required notifications to affected property owners and/or agencies of the work to be
performed.
1.5. Complete plugging and decommissioning work at each well/site location.
1.6. Sample of any area that is impacted by plugging and decommissioning.
1.7. Remediate a 6x6x6 area around the wellbore.
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1.8. Remediate soil or water contamination that occurs as a result of its operations (not historic
contamination).
1.8.1. Immediately notify the ECMC Environmental Specialist if there is historic contamination beyond
the work areas.
1.9. Obtain all inspection approvals from the ECMC or others for the plugging and decommissioning of
each well/site location.
1.10. Provide detailed billing utilizing the agreed upon price (see Attachment B - Pricing).
2. PLANNING AND PRIORITIZATION
2.1. Operator will work with Larimer County and the City of Fort Collins to prioritize locations according to
the threat they pose to public health, safety, welfare, and the environment as well as for efficiency
and cost savings.
3. DAILY REPORTS
This specification covers the Operator's Daily Reports for all Project Locations, including operations of all
subcontractors.
3.1. Materials
3.1.1. As needed for the Operator's methods.
3.2. Execution
3.2.1. A Daily Report will be submitted to the Project Oversight Consultant and Supervisor within 24
hours of the end of the workday for each location where work specified under this contract has
been performed and shall start on the day that the Operator, or any of their subcontractors, begins
work on any site.
3.2.1.1. The Project Oversight Consultant is to be notified before any work begins on any
Location.
3.2.2. The Operator's Daily Reports shall include accurate records of the daily work progress with the
following minimum information:
3.2.2.1. Date of the report, Contract Award Number, ECMC Location Number or API Number,
and Location Name where the work was performed.
3.2.2.2. List Operator and every subcontractor's company name that performed work on that
location on that date.
3.2.2.3. Cumulative cost data including Starting Balance, Previous Expenditures, Daily Cost, and
Remaining Balance by contract line as shown in the current approved Operator's Cost
Estimate at each location where work was performed on that date.
3.2.2.4. A list by company name and individual of all Operator and Subcontractor personnel on
the Project Location for the day.
3.2.2.5. API Number for any well where work was performed.
3.2.2.6. Bradenhead test date.
3.2.2.7. A summary of the work completed including setting depths, cement quantities, the
materials used, and devices placed in any well.
3.2.2.8. Date when cement is recorded at the surface, including photographic evidence.
3.2.2.9. A list of the major equipment used to complete the work.
3.2.2.10. An hourly tally for total time on the Project Location.
3.2.2.11. An hourly tally for standby time related to work delays that are directed by the Project
Oversight Consultant.
3.2.2.12. An hourly tally for standby time related to Operator equipment repairs or maintenance,
breakdowns, and accidents.
3.2.2.13. Operator's supervisor's signature.
3.3. Measurement and Payment
3.3.1. Measurement will be based upon 100% timely delivery of all Daily Reports for every Project
Location where work specified under this contract has been performed as verified by the Project
Oversight Consultant, and as specified in this section.
3.3.2. Payment per Attachment B - Pricing shall constitute full compensation for all of the Operator's
costs for this scope item.
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4. MOBILIZATION AND DEMOBILIZATION
This specification covers the Operator's mobilization to and demobilization from all Project Locations,
including Move-In and Rig-Up (MIRU) and Rig-Down and Move-Out (RDMO) on all Wells.
4.1. Materials
4.1.1. As needed for Operator's methods or equipment during mobilization, MIRU, RDMO, and
demobilization.
4.2. Execution
The Operator is responsible for the following:
4.2.1. The Project Oversight Consultant is to be notified before the work begins on a new location.
4.2.2. No work is to be performed prior to receiving written Notice to Proceed from the Project
Oversight Consultant.
4.2.3. Quantities will be measured in the field by the Operator and verified by the Project Oversight
Consultant.
4.2.4. The Operator's daily job logs shall include accurate records of the daily work progress.
4.2.5. Hauling, unloading, assembly and preparation of the equipment to execute the work.
4.2.6. MIRU and RDMO on all Wells listed in this solicitation.
4.2.7. Disassembly, loading, and hauling equipment between Project Locations and off the final
Project Location after work is complete.
4.2.8. Payment of premiums for any needed bonds and required insurance acquired specifically for
this project.
4.2.9. Establishing and maintaining necessary temporary facilities, including sanitation facilities, and
any required temporary utilities at the Project Locations for the duration of the work.
4.2.10. Preparatory work at the Project Locations to a condition adequate for Operator's methods or
equipment, including maintenance of access roads, and restoration of roads used or constructed
by the Operator to pre-existing or better condition.
4.2.11. Project Cleanup, including hauling and disposal of rubbish, trash, garbage, and/or debris at an
approved disposal site.
4.2.12. Operator travel and per diem: Operator shall provide for movement of personnel, equipment and
supplies to and from the Project Locations on a daily basis.
4.2.12.1. Any daily travel time to and from the location to a lodging location chosen by the
Operator to and from the Operator's yard and any associated per diem or incidentals for
lodging and meals during the work for Operator's crew shall be included in unit rates on the
Attachment B - Pricing.
4.3. Measurement and Payment
4.3.1. Measurement shall be made based on 100% completion of mobilization to each and every
Project Location (or "Well"), MIRU, RDMO, and demobilization from each and every Project
Location.
4.3.2. Operator shall provide load tickets for hauling and disposal of rubbish, trash, garbage, and/or
debris at an approved disposal site.
4.3.3. Payment at the Attachment B - Pricing shall constitute full compensation for all of the Operator's
costs.
5. LIQUID WASTE MANAGEMENT
As required by ECMC 900 Series Rules, the Operator will ensure proper storage, handling, transport, and
disposal of E&P Liquid Waste.
5.1. Materials
5.1.1. The Operator shall provide a clean, open-top tank or other vessel capable of capturing liquids,
water trucks, pumps, tanks, hoses, and all other equipment as needed for the Operator's methods
to execute the work.
5.2. Execution
5.2.1. Perform the following work:
5.2.1.1. Liquids flowing from the wellbore shall be considered oil and gas Exploration and
Production (E&P) liquid waste.
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5.2.1.2. Cement returns are also considered E&P waste; disposal of cement returns shall be
covered under this item.
5.2.1.3. The Operator shall provide a means to temporarily store E&P liquid waste at the Project
Locations, and the storage process shall be designed to prevent E&P waste from coming in
contact with the ground surface, native soils, surface water, or well pad fill.
5.2.1.4. The Operator shall provide a means to handle and transport E&P liquid waste to a
licensed off-site disposal facility.
5.2.1.5. Transportation of E&P Waste is governed by ECMC 900 Series Rules: for E&P waste,
when transported off-site within Colorado for treatment or disposal.
5.2.1.6. The Operator will only transport to the following:
5.2.1.6.1. Facilities authorized by the ECMC,
5.2.1.6.2. Permitted commercial waste disposal facilities,
5.2.1.6.3. Permitted commercial waste recycling facilities, or
5.2.1.6.4. Beneficial use sites approved to receive E&P Waste by Colorado Department of
Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and Larimer County.
5.2.1.7. When E&P waste governed by ECMC 900 Series Rules is transported to facilities
outside of Colorado for treatment or disposal, the facilities must be authorized and permitted
by the appropriate regulatory agency in the receiving state.
5.2.1.8. Operators will comply with the Rocky Mountain Low-level Radioactive Waste Board's
Rules, as incorporated by reference in ECMC 900 Series Rules.
5.3. Measurement and Payment
5.3.1. Measurement will be based upon 100% completion of storage, handling, transportation, and
disposal of liquid waste for this scope item as verified by the Project Oversight Consultant, and as
specified in this section.
5.3.2. The Operator shall submit daily job logs, load tickets, manifests, and disposal certificates for
E&P liquid waste to the Project Oversight Consultant to verify liquid waste quantities.
5.3.3. Liquid waste shall be measured in oilfield barrels (42 U.S. liquid gallons per barrel).
5.3.4. Payment will be based on the total barrels of E&P liquid waste handled and transported only.
5.3.5. Payment of Disposal Fees will be for the fees as paid only as shown on the Operator's invoices
and as approved by the Project Oversight Consultant.
5.3.6. Payment at the Attachment B - Pricing shall constitute full compensation for all of the Operator's
costs for this scope item.
6. SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
6.1. As required by ECMC 900 Series Rules, the Operator will ensure proper storage, handling, transport,
and disposal of E&P Waste generated during the work.
6.2. All solid materials, including materials that solidify from circulated wellbore fluids, or solids that come
in contact with wellbore fluids during execution of the work described herein shall be considered E&P
solid waste.
6.3. Materials
6.3.1. Dump trucks, backhoes, loaders, and all other equipment as needed for the Operator's methods
to execute the work.
6.4. Execution
6.4.1. The Operator shall provide a means to temporarily store E&P solid waste on the Project
Locations, and the storage process shall be designed to prevent E&P waste from coming in
contact with the ground surface, native soils, surface water, or well pad fill.
6.4.2. The Operator shall provide a means to handle and transport E&P solid waste to a licensed off-
site disposal facility.
6.4.3. Transportation of E&P Waste is governed by ECMC 900 Series Rules for E&P waste, when
transported off-site within Colorado for treatment or disposal.
6.4.4. The Operator will only transport E&P Waste to facilities authorized by the Project Oversight
Consultant, to permitted commercial waste disposal facilities, permitted commercial waste
recycling facilities, or beneficial use sites approved to receive E&P Waste by CDPHE and the
Relevant Local Government.
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6.4.5. When E&P waste governed by ECMC 900 Series Rules is transported to facilities outside of
Colorado for treatment or disposal, the Operator will only transport to facilities authorized and
permitted by the appropriate regulatory agency in the receiving state.
6.4.6. Operators will comply with the Rocky Mountain Low-level Radioactive Waste Board's Rules, as
incorporated by reference in 900 Series Rules.
6.5. Measurement and Payment
6.5.1. Measurement will be based upon 100% completion of solid waste removal for this scope item as
verified by the Project Oversight Consultant, and as specified in this section.
6.5.2. The Operator shall submit daily job logs, load tickets, manifests, and disposal certificates for
E&P solid waste to the Project Oversight Consultant to verify solid waste quantities.
6.5.3. Solid waste shall be measured in tons.
6.5.4. Payment will be based on the total tons of E&P Solid Waste handled and transported only.
6.5.5. Payment of Disposal Fees will be for the fees paid only as shown on The Operator's Invoices
and as approved by the Project Oversight Consultant.
6.5.6. Payment at the Attachment B - Pricing shall constitute full compensation for all of the Operator's
costs for this scope item.
7. PLUGGING AUTHORIZATION
7.1. Submit a proposed schedule via email to the OWP Staff Contact two (2) weeks prior to beginning
operations.
7.1.1. Submit any changes to this schedule via email as soon as they are known.
7.2. Work with the Engineering & Permitting Consultant to submit Form 6 Initial, Notice of Intent to
Abandon for ECMC approval prior to any Plugging and Abandonment operations.
7.3. Submit cost estimate which describes the work as approved on the Form 6 Initial, Notice of Intent to
Abandon.
7.3.1. In addition to the "Cost Estimate Requirements" listed below, the estimate must include, at a
minimum:
7.3.1.1. All required wireline operations (CBLs, perforating runs, etc.).
7.3.1.2. Mechanical plugs and depths (Cast Iron Bridge Plugs, Cast Iron Cement Retainers, etc.).
7.3.1.3. Cement plug types (e.g., balanced, squeeze, etc.) and depths.
7.3.1.4. Both height and sack count must be listed.
7.3.1.5. Total amount of tubing in hole and estimated value of all tubing to be salvaged.
7.3.1.6. Estimated days of plugging operations.
7.3.1.7. Time and Materials (T&M) price sheet.
7.3.1.8. Total cost estimate based on pricing provided.
7.4. If unexpected items are encountered (i.e. fishing, replacement of plugs due to low-tags or no-tags,
change in design, etc.), submit via email to the OWP Staff Contact a summary of these events as
they are encountered (next day is acceptable).
7.5. Work with ECMC Staff to submit Form 27 Initial Site Investigation for ECMC approval prior to any
Plugging and Abandonment operations (Form 27 will also include production equipment
decommissioning and Out of Service Lockout and Tagout flowlines, if applicable.)
7.6. Work with the Engineering & Permitting Consultant to submit Form 42, Field Operations Notice, as
required by ECMC Rule 405 for:
7.6.1. Notice of move-in and rig-up on an oil and gas location.
7.6.2. Notice of plugging operations.
8. PLUG WELLS
Plug wells as required by ECMC 400 and 600 Series Rules, the approved Form 6I and wellbore diagrams
for the Wells, and the specifications in this section. The Form 6I will also specify ECMC Engineering
Conditions of Approval (if any) that apply to well plugging work.
8.1. Materials
8.1.1. As needed for the Operator's methods or equipment during well plugging operations.
8.2. Execution
8.2.1. The Operator shall plug the well as directed by the Project Oversight Consultant.
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8.2.2. The Operator will provide all equipment or services necessary to complete the work shown in
this task order, on the approved Form 6I, Notices of Intent to Abandon, and Wellbore Diagrams.
8.2.3. Perform a pre-plugging bradenhead test and submit a Form 17, Bradenhead Test Report.
8.2.4. Prior to plugging any wells, a Bradenhead Test is required.
8.2.5. Test procedures are described in ECMC's Guidance Document "Operator Instructions,
Bradenhead Testing and Reporting" dated January 15, 2021.
8.2.6. Prior to plugging, the Operator will be responsible for checking the function of bradenhead and
intermediate casing taps (if present).
8.2.7. If the wells are not plumbed for Bradenhead Testing, then the Operator shall install new taps
and plumb to surface or above ground level to prepare for a pre-plug Bradenhead Test.
8.2.8. The top of the casing with cement to the surface will be left exposed with no leaks and a needle
valve.
8.2.8.1. Excavation for cut and cap with welded, labeled cap will be performed by others.
8.2.9. Plug the well as required by ECMC 400 Series Rules, the approved Form 6i, Notice of Intent to
Abandon, and any ECMC Conditions of Approval cited on the form.
8.3. Measurement and Payment
8.3.1. Submit monthly work summaries with costs and a detailed invoice to the OWP Staff Contact.
8.3.2. Measurement will be based upon 100% completion of plugging and abandonment of each well,
as verified by the Project Oversight Consultant, and as specified in the approved Form 6I and
Wellbore Diagram and in this section.
8.3.3. The Operator shall provide all Daily Job Logs for each Well to the Project Oversight Consultant.
8.3.4. Payment at the Attachment B - Pricing for all items and procedures required to plug the wells
shall constitute full compensation for all of the Operator's costs for this scope item.
9. CUT AND CAP WELLHEAD
The casing left exposed at the surface by the Operator is to be excavated in accordance with the approved
ECMC Site Investigation and Remediation Work Plan; Form 27 to a depth adequate to allow cutting off the
casing and installing a welded cap.
9.1. Materials
9.1.1. A welded cap is to be provided with the required information in accordance with the ECMC 400
series rules.
9.2. Execution
9.2.1. Well casing is to be exposed by digging a 6x6x6 foot hole.
9.2.2. Contaminated soil is to be disposed of properly.
9.2.3. Samples are to be taken according to Form 27.
9.2.4. Include GPS locations in degrees and decimal degrees to within one meter accuracy for the
wellhead.
9.2.5. Unless otherwise directed in the field by the Project Oversight Consultant, the casing is to be cut
in such a manner as not to interfere with soil cultivation or other surface use, the cap with the
Well's legal location.
9.2.6. Well name and number, and API Number is to be permanently welded to the top of the casing,
and the resulting excavation is to be backfilled.
9.2.7. Use appropriate best management practices to prevent stormwater and sediment migration
during excavation activities.
9.2.7.1. This shall include, but is not limited to, preventing storm water accumulation in the
excavation and containment and/or covering of any temporary stockpiles or disturbed areas
using silt fence or other methods approved by the Project Oversight Consultant.
9.3. Measurement and Payment
9.3.1. Measurement will be based upon 100% completion of capping each and every wellhead for this
scope item as verified by the Project Oversight Consultant and as specified in this section.
9.3.2. The Operator shall submit daily job logs, load tickets for hauling and tipping of imported fill.
Clean fill shall be measured in cubic yards as determined by the trucking company's load tickets.
9.3.3. Purchase of clean fill to replace contaminated soil removed above will be at purchased price
only as shown on the Operator's Invoices and as approved by the Project Oversight Consultant.
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