Description
New York State’s Education Department is seeking a qualified firm to provide scientific bedrock coring‑drilling services for the New York State Geological Survey and New York State Museum over a five‑year period (May 1 2026 – April 30 2031). The work supports geological mapping and mineral‑resource investigations in northern and eastern New York and is limited to scientific (research) drilling, not construction or engineering‑type drilling. Up to two contracts (primary and secondary) will be awarded; subcontracting is capped at 30 % of the total budget. Bidders must submit technical, cost, and certification documents electronically by April 1 2026.
• Perform wireline NQ‑size core drilling (preferred) and recover continuous core footage; alternate core sizes accepted with justification.
• Manage artesian‑well conditions, install and seal steel casings, and complete borehole abandonment per NY water‑well regulations.
• Provide site safety, mobilization, equipment maintenance, cleanup, and periodic progress reports; payment is based on verified recovered footage with separate rates for casing, tricone drilling, standby, etc.
• Submit required certifications (non‑collusion, MacBride, Iran Divestment, etc.) and adhere to a 30 % subcontracting limit; M/WBE participation must be documented.