Drilling Operations

This contract involves comprehensive drilling operations including direct push, hollow stem, rotosonic, mud rotary, and air rotary drilling methods. The contractor must be licensed to drill in Michigan and is responsible for securing all necessary permits and completing required documentation from local, state, and federal authorities. Key responsibilities include adhering to drilling methods, procedures, and materials that comply with all applicable codes, regulations, and laws, as well as logging observations during the drilling process according to Michigan EGLE standards and providing these digital logs to the USGS. Additionally, the contractor is required to restore and clean the drill site following all relevant regulations. The contract is associated with the U.S. Geological Survey under the Department of the Interior, with the place of performance indicated as St. Paul. The solicitation number is USGS0070328629, with a NAICS code of 561499, and it is currently posted as a forecast with the small business set-aside status yet to be determined. The primary point of contact is Sean Jones, reachable via email at smjones@usgs.gov.