Dept of Environmental Services-NH - 2026 Bedrock Monitoring Well Installation Project - RFB DES 2026-20
New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services | State of New HampshireState · Concord, NH- Due
- May 7, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 21, 2026
- Duration
- 17 months
- Primary contact
- Michael Howley
The 30-second brief
The New Hampshire Geological Survey, a unit within the Department of Environmental Services, is seeking bids for the installation of eight bedrock monitoring wells located throughout the State of New Hampshire in Bath, Concord, Errol, Exeter, Franklin, Lebanon, Lyndeborough, and Walpole. The wells will be incorporated into the Groundwater Level Monitoring Network to monitor drought and water resource availability. Work includes rotary drilling techniques, 6-inch permanent steel casing, cement grouted into competent bedrock, anticipated to approximately 500 feet total depth, air-lift well development, and Royer-type locking caps. Bidders may bid on any subset of at least four of the eight locations. Submission deadline is May 7, 2026, at 2:30 PM. Contract term runs through September 30, 2027.
Mobilization and Demobilization; Pre-job virtual meeting; General Mobilization and Demobilization; Site Preparation and Restoration; Overburden Drilling Rate; Bedrock Socket Drilling Rate; Bedrock Drilling Rate; Steel Casing; Cement Grout Casing; Locking Cap; Haulage of Drilling Spoils
Lowest-cost qualified bidder
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Summary
The New Hampshire Geological Survey, a unit within the Department of Environmental Services, is seeking bids for the installation of eight bedrock monitoring wells located throughout the State of New Hampshire in Bath, Concord, Errol, Exeter, Franklin, Lebanon, Lyndeborough, and Walpole.
The wells will be incorporated into the Groundwater Level Monitoring Network to monitor drought and water resource availability. Work includes rotary drilling techniques, 6-inch permanent steel casing, cement grouted into competent bedrock, anticipated to approximately 500 feet total depth, air-lift well development, and Royer-type locking caps. Bidders may bid on any subset of at least four of the eight locations. Submission deadline is May 7, 2026, at 2:30 PM. Contract term runs through September 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest-cost qualified bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Mobilization and Demobilization
- Pre-job virtual meeting
- General Mobilization and Demobilization
- Site Preparation and Restoration
- Overburden Drilling Rate
- Bedrock Socket Drilling Rate
- Bedrock Drilling Rate
- Steel Casing
- Cement Grout Casing
- Locking Cap
- Haulage of Drilling Spoils
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Attachment 1 - Contractor's Bid Schedule and Signature Pages
- Certificate of Authority
- Certificate of Good Standing
- Proof of Workers' Compensation
- Commercial liability insurance
- Submit to
- New Hampshire Geological Survey, Attn: Michael Howley, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, 29 Hazen Drive, P.O. Box 95, Concord, NH 03302-0095
- Scope location
- Concord, NH
- Reported agency
- Dept of Environmental Services-NH
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services | State of New Hampshire?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 7, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: New Hampshire Geological Survey, Attn: Michael Howley, New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services, 29 Hazen Drive, P.O. Box 95, Concord, NH 03302-0095. For questions, contact Michael Howley.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services | State of New Hampshire in NH, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Michael Howley. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Mobilization and Demobilization; Pre-job virtual meeting; General Mobilization and Demobilization; Site Preparation and Restoration; Overburden Drilling Rate; Bedrock Socket Drilling Rate; Bedrock Drilling Rate; Steel Casing; Cement Grout Casing; Locking Cap; Haulage of Drilling Spoils. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest-cost qualified bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 17 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Attachment 1 - Contractor's Bid Schedule and Signature Pages, Certificate of Authority, Certificate of Good Standing, proof of Workers' Compensation, commercial liability insurance. Review the full document from New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services | State of New Hampshire for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Concord, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.