Description
The State of North Dakota is seeking a qualified contractor to execute a drilling and coring program aimed at characterizing critical mineral concentrations within lignite-bearing Fort Union strata. The work includes mobilizing two fully‑equipped drilling units, drilling up to 50 holes (25 pilot holes plus an equal number of twinned core holes), coring the basal 10‑30 ft of each hole, and providing comprehensive daily logs, core samples, and geological reports. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price, runs from roughly August 2026 through June 2027, and requires the contractor to retain the offer for one year.
• Drill and core up to 50 holes (100‑300 ft depth each) in south‑central / southwestern North Dakota.
• Supply two portable rotary drilling rigs, water trucks, utility vehicles, and qualified crew (driller + 2 helpers).
• Deliver daily drilling logs, core samples, and final geological reports; all data become State property.
• Maintain insurance coverage of $2 M general liability and $2 M employer liability; comply with all safety, reporting, and ethical requirements.