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NAICS Code· 213111

Drilling Oil and Gas Wells

This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in drilling oil and gas wells for others on a contract or fee basis. This industry includes contractors that specialize in spudding in, drilling in, redrilling, and directional drilling. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 213111 – Drilling Oil and Gas Wells covers the specialized technical services involved in the exploration and extraction of hydrocarbons through the drilling of oil and gas wells, including directional, horizontal, and offshore drilling operations. This sector supports federal energy security initiatives, resource assessment programs, and environmental monitoring efforts conducted on federal lands and offshore zones managed by the Department of the Interior and other agencies.

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NAICS 213111 – Drilling Oil and Gas Wells covers the specialized technical services involved in the exploration and extraction of hydrocarbons through the drilling of oil and gas wells, including directional, horizontal, and offshore drilling operations. This sector supports federal energy security ...

NAICS 213111 – Drilling Oil and Gas Wells covers the specialized technical services involved in the exploration and extraction of hydrocarbons through the drilling of oil and gas wells, including directional, horizontal, and offshore drilling operations. This sector supports federal energy security initiatives, resource assessment programs, and environmental monitoring efforts conducted on federal lands and offshore zones managed by the Department of the Interior and other agencies. Contractors in this space provide rig operations, well casing and cementing, drilling fluid management, borehole logging, and well completion services using advanced drilling technologies such as managed pressure drilling and real-time geosteering. The work is highly regulated, requiring compliance with environmental standards, safety protocols, and federal land use permits, making it a technically complex and capital-intensive segment within the broader energy infrastructure contracting landscape. No contractor data is available to identify top performers in this NAICS code within the government contracting ecosystem. However, contractors typically include large engineering and drilling service firms with federal permitting experience, as well as small businesses specializing in niche drilling support services such as mud logging, well testing, or remote instrumentation. No agency data is available to identify primary buyers, but demand is generally driven by agencies managing federal energy resources, including the Bureau of Land Management, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, and the U.S. Geological Survey, particularly for research, baseline data collection, and environmental impact studies on public lands and outer continental shelf areas. The competitive landscape is characterized by high barriers to entry due to regulatory complexity, equipment requirements, and safety certifications. Opportunities exist for firms with proven expertise in federal land permitting, environmental compliance, and unconventional drilling techniques, particularly as agencies prioritize data-driven resource assessments and transition toward responsible energy development practices.

Top Contractors

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TIMOTHY R GEORGE$5K1

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 213111.

Department Of The Interior1 award$5K

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NAICS code 213111 covers Drilling Oil and Gas Wells. This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in drilling oil and gas wells for others on a contract or fee basis. This industry includes contractors that specialize in spudding in, drilling in, redrilling, and directional drilling. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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Groundwater Monitoring Well InstallationThe contract is for the drilling and installation of groundwater monitoring wells to support environmental compliance efforts under the North Coast County Water District in California, with performance centered in Pacifica, ZIP code 94044. The work falls under NAICS code 213111, indicating it is classified as a drilling services subcontract for water well drilling operations. The solicitation was posted on July 13, 2026, and is structured as a subcontract, meaning the prime contractor or agency responsible for the overall environmental project is seeking specialized vendor services to execute the well installation components. There is no set-aside designation provided, and the contract does not specify a point of contact or detailed funding information, though the technical scope clearly aims to establish a network of monitoring wells capable of collecting long-term groundwater data for regulatory and environmental assessment purposes. The project’s primary objective is to ensure adherence to environmental standards through accurate and consistent groundwater sampling and monitoring infrastructure.
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825666_0100006_SoCalGas_UGSThe project involves inspecting and remediating the integrity of the Porter 69D well, identified by API number 0403724130, as part of the Storage Integrity Management Program to ensure safe and reliable underground storage operations. The work begins with a comprehensive review of the well’s historical data, directional surveys, and inspection logs to assess its current configuration, including casing dimensions, perforations, liners, and any existing restrictions. Based on this analysis, a remediation plan is developed that includes removing isolation completion equipment, cleaning the wellbore to total depth, conducting punch and inject operations, and potentially expanding the casing—all subject to approval by the California Geological Energy Management Division. Following these interventions, integrity tests will be performed to verify the well's structural soundness, after which new completion tubing will be installed for flow-only service. The contract is forecasted under the identifier 825666_0100006_SoCalGas_UGS and is associated with the California Department of Conservation, with the primary point of contact being Maggie Harrington, Analyst II, reachable through ceqa@conservation.ca.gov or 916-445-9686. Juan Cadavid Ortiz of SoCalGas serves as the submitter and can be contacted at jcadavidortiz@socalgas.com or 661-410-9314. The work is scheduled to take place in Los Angeles, California, with the contract posted on July 13, 2026, and is part of broader efforts to maintain the safety and efficiency of natural gas storage infrastructure under regulatory oversight.
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Well Integrity Inspection and TestingThe contract requires comprehensive casing integrity assessments, perforation evaluations, and operational testing to be conducted at the Porter 69D well site as part of the Storage Integrity Management Program. These activities are designed to ensure the structural soundness and operational safety of the well infrastructure, with a focus on identifying potential integrity issues that could compromise storage security or environmental compliance. The work must be performed in accordance with industry standards and regulatory expectations under the oversight of the California Department of Conservation. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 213111, which pertains to oil and gas well drilling services, and is tied to a project registered in California with a place of performance in Los Angeles. Although the solicitation number and point of contact details are not provided, the posting date of July 13, 2026, indicates this is a forward-looking procurement. The agreement does not specify a set-aside type or organizational structure, but its execution is expected to align with state-level environmental and well integrity management protocols enforced by the California Department of Conservation.
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Well Plugging and Abandonment OperationsThe contract involves the physical plugging and abandonment of oil and gas wells through the installation of cement and mechanical barriers to ensure long-term well integrity and environmental compliance. This scope includes all necessary activities such as rig mobilization to the well site, removal of wellheads, and execution of plugging operations in accordance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. The work is intended to safely decommission inactive wells and prevent potential leaks or contamination. This subcontract is issued under NAICS code 213111 and is associated with the Missouri Division of Purchasing Procurements. The solicitation was posted on July 13, 2026, with responses required by July 27, 2026. The place of performance and specific location details are not provided, indicating that work may occur across multiple sites within Missouri. The contract does not specify any set-aside provisions, and there is no designated point of contact listed for inquiries. All activities must be completed in compliance with applicable state and federal regulations governing well abandonment.
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Drilling Services Associated with Geothermal Wells and Facilities Under Energy ConservationThe contract establishes a statewide price agreement under the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department’s Energy Conservation and Management Division to secure vendor services for geothermal drilling, testing, laboratory analysis, and related technical activities. These services support the evaluation, protection, and long-term management of geothermal resources across New Mexico, particularly in areas where subsurface knowledge is insufficient to define correlative rights or meet industry standards. The division holds statutory authority to investigate, characterize, remediate, and manage geothermal wells and associated facilities on both state and private lands, with overlapping jurisdiction on federal lands as applicable, ensuring responsible development aligned with state laws. Vendors selected under this agreement will provide critical expertise to enhance understanding of geothermal systems, safeguard environmental resources, and uphold legal rights tied to geothermal fluid use. The solicitation, open for bids until August 11, 2026, is issued by the State of New Mexico through its official procurement portal, with Karen Wisdom designated as the primary point of contact. The agreement is designed to streamline procurement across the state, enabling efficient and consistent access to qualified service providers for geothermal activities that support public resource management, regulatory compliance, and scientific advancement in a key energy sector.
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Squeeze Cementing Services for Well Casing RepairThe contract requires the execution of squeeze cementing operations to address a casing defect in the production well OWF 32, involving thorough wellbore preparation, precise cement injection to isolate and seal the damaged section, and verification of the integrity of the resulting seal to ensure long-term well integrity. All work must comply with industry standards for well repair and environmental safety, with specific attention to preventing contamination and maintaining operational control throughout the process. The service must be performed in Los Angeles, with the contractor responsible for coordinating logistics, equipment, and personnel to complete the task efficiently and without disruption to surrounding operations. This is a subcontract under the NAICS code 213111, issued by the California Department of Conservation through the California Conservation, Department of, with the work posted on July 9, 2026, and linked via the California EQA Net portal. The contract does not specify set-aside provisions or detailed point of contact information, but performance is expected to meet the technical and safety expectations defined by state regulatory frameworks. The contractor must be prepared to deliver qualified personnel and equipment capable of handling the complexities of squeeze cementing in an active production environment, with all deliverables subject to verification and approval by state oversight authorities.
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Rework to Repair Well Casing at Pier G within Tidelands Operating AreasTidelands Oil Production Co. is proposing to rework well OWF 32, API number 0403730048, located on Pier A in the Wilmington Oil Field near Los Angeles, California, to restore well integrity by addressing casing damage. The rework involves squeeze cementing a compromised section of the existing casing and installing a 5.5-inch casing sleeve to seal the identified hole, after which the well will resume its current production function. This project is subject to regulatory approval by the California Department of Conservation’s Geologic Energy Management Division, which will issue the necessary permit to authorize the operational modifications. Although the contract title references Pier G, the well location specified in the details is Pier A, indicating a possible discrepancy in documentation. The activity is part of routine maintenance to ensure safe and continuous oil production and will be conducted under the oversight of the state’s energy regulatory body. The project was posted as a forecast on July 9, 2026, and the primary point of contact is Associate Oil and Gas Engineer Dejan Andjelic, with Pradeep Thallapalle serving as the agent for coordination.
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Pilot Hole Drilling (3" Diameter)The contract calls for the horizontal directional drilling of 240 linear feet of 3-inch diameter pilot holes to support utility or drainage alignment projects. The work must be performed in accordance with industry standards for directional drilling, ensuring precision and minimal surface disruption. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 213111, which pertains to support activities for mining, indicating the work is part of a broader infrastructure or resource development effort. The posting date is July 9, 2026, with a firm response deadline of July 15, 2026, at 1:30 PM, leaving a limited window for proposers to submit qualifications and bids. The place of performance is designated as "Other," suggesting the exact location is to be determined or specified separately, and the contracting entity is the Energy & Environment Cabinet of Kentucky, which implies environmental compliance and regulatory oversight will be integral to project execution. There is no set-aside designation indicated, and no point of contact is listed, so interested parties must rely on the provided online portal for further information and submission procedures.
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Orphan Well Plugging and Abandonment ServicesThe contract entails the complete plugging and abandonment of ten orphaned oil and gas wells in Kentucky, requiring full compliance with state regulatory standards. Work will include site preparation, removal of wellheads, downhole cementing to seal hydrocarbon pathways, and thorough restoration of the land to its original condition or as required by Kentucky environmental and safety protocols. All activities must be performed with attention to public safety, environmental protection, and long-term site stability, ensuring no residual hazards remain after completion. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the Kentucky Department for Natural Resources, with a response deadline of July 31, 2026. The NAICS code 213111 identifies the scope as oil and gas well drilling and servicing operations. The project is positioned for performance within Kentucky, though specific location details are not provided. Interested parties must submit proposals by the stated deadline through the state’s online portal, and all work must adhere strictly to Kentucky's orphan well remediation guidelines without deviation.
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