Ohio Department of Natural Resources Oil and Gas Lease Bid - Egypt Valley Wildlife Area 26-DNR-0008 - 2026
Ohio Department of Natural Resources | State of OhioState · Columbus, OH- Due
- Jun 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mary Mertz
The 30-second brief
ODNR is providing comments and special lease terms for the upcoming bid of 777.712 acres in the Egypt Valley Wildlife Area for oil and gas development. Bidding is scheduled for the next calendar quarter following April 2026.
ODNR compliance reviews, economic incentives, environmental protection measures
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Summary
ODNR is providing comments and special lease terms for the upcoming bid of 777.712 acres in the Egypt Valley Wildlife Area for oil and gas development. Bidding is scheduled for the next calendar quarter following April 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- ODNR compliance reviews
- Economic incentives
- Environmental protection measures
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Addendum to Standard Lease
- Submit to
- Columbus, Ohio
- Scope location
- Belmont County, OH
- Reported agency
- Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Ohio Department of Natural Resources | State of Ohio?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Columbus, Ohio. For questions, contact Mary Mertz.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Ohio Department of Natural Resources | State of Ohio in OH, 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 Mary Mertz. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "ODNR compliance reviews, economic incentives, environmental protection measures" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ohio Department of Natural Resources | State of Ohio?
All active and historical solicitations from Ohio Department of Natural Resources | State of Ohio are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Ohio Department of Natural Resources | State of Ohio regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Addendum to Standard Lease. Review the full document from Ohio Department of Natural Resources | State of Ohio for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Belmont County, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.