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Field Trial Operations & Well-Scale Testing

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Response Deadline11/20/2026, 02:30:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract, titled Field Trial Operations and Well-Scale Testing, supports prime contractors on ARPA-E UNLOCK projects under the Department of Energy. The selected provider will be responsible for the physical execution of field trials, specifically implementing downhole stimulation and recovery technologies. Key operational duties include managing site operations and tracking wastewater metrics while ensuring all activities are coordinated with site operators and capable of functioning at required depths and conditions. The primary objective of the contract is to deliver field test results that demonstrate sustained recovery. Interested parties should note that the solicitation was posted on October 21, 2026, with a response deadline of November 20, 2026. The work falls under NAICS code 211120, focusing on specialized oil and gas extraction operations.

General Info

Subcontract for ARPA-E field trials executing downhole stimulation and recovery technology operations.

Agency

Department Of Energy → Advanced Rsrch Proj Agency ARPA-E

NAICS

211120 - Crude Petroleum Extraction

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of DE-FOA-0003630.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Unlocking New Levels of Output and Capacity for Key Subsurface Resources (UNLOCK)

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Timeline

PostedOct 21

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Response DeadlineNov 20

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11/20/2026, 02:30:00 PM UTCin 29 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Advanced Rsrch Proj Agency ARPA-E

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Energy → Advanced Rsrch Proj Agency ARPA-E

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Performs physical execution of field trials for prime contractors on ARPA-E UNLOCK projects. Implements stimulation and recovery technologies downhole and manages site operations and wastewater metrics. Requires capability to operate at relevant depths and operational conditions in coordination with site operators. Delivers field test results demonstrating sustained recovery.

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