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North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources·North Dakota

Drilling Program to Determine Critical Mineral Concentrations in ND Lignite

Closes 7/28/2025$500k – $2MRequest for Proposal
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Description

The North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources, Geological Survey division is soliciting proposals for drilling and coring a 15-hole project in south-central North Dakota. The project aims to determine critical mineral concentrations in lignites. The contractor will be required to provide drilling and coring services, including mobilization and demobilization, and to submit daily reports and logs. The project is expected to start in September 2025 and be completed by June 30, 2026. • The contractor must have experience drilling and coring Fort Union strata (coal-bearing rocks). • The contractor must provide all necessary equipment and personnel for the project. • The contractor must comply with all state and federal requirements applicable to the contract. • The contractor must provide a cost proposal, including mobilization and demobilization fees, drilling and coring fees, and any other applicable costs.

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Contact

Donna Schmidt(Procurement Officer)

[email protected]

(701) 328-7994

Key dates

Opened
7/7/2025
Questions due
7/21/2025
Closes
7/28/2025
Projected award
8/5/2025
Duration
10 months

Last updated

Details

Type
Request for Proposal
Industry
Energy and Utilities
NAICS
213111
Solicitation №
474-26-001

Budget estimate

$500,000 – $2,000,000

Based on the project scope and requirements, the estimated budget for this project could be in the range of $500,000 to $2 million. This estimate is based on the assumption that the contractor will need to provide drilling and coring services for 15 holes, with an average depth of 100 feet per hole. The actual budget may vary depending on the contractor's rates, equipment, and personnel costs.

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