Ohio ODNR Oil and Gas Leasing Bid 2026 - Egypt Valley Wildlife Area Nomination 26-DNR-0007
Ohio Department of Natural Resources | State of OhioState · Columbus, OH- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 24, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mary Mertz
The 30-second brief
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is nominating 1,285.913 acres within the Egypt Valley Wildlife Area for oil and gas leasing. Bidding is scheduled for the next calendar quarter following the April 2026 notice.
Emergency response plan, Secondary containment plan, Sound study, Construction schedule
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Summary
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is nominating 1,285.913 acres within the Egypt Valley Wildlife Area for oil and gas leasing. Bidding is scheduled for the next calendar quarter following the April 2026 notice.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Emergency response plan
- Secondary containment plan
- Sound study
- Construction schedule
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Addendum to Standard Lease
- Submit to
- Columbus, OH
- 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 September 30, 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: Columbus, OH. 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Emergency response plan, Secondary containment plan, Sound study, Construction schedule. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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.