A--RFI: Definition of Permanent Barriers

Location:	Federal
Posted:	Jun 25, 2026
Due:	Jul 31, 2026
Agency:	INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE
Type of Government:	Federal
Category:	A - Research and development
Solicitation No:	DOIEFBO260009
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Contract Opportunity

Notice ID

DOIEFBO260009

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Department/Ind. Agency

INTERIOR, DEPARTMENT OF THE

Sub-tier

BUREAU OF SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ENFORCEMENT

Office

ACQUISITION MANAGEMENT DIVISION

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General Information

Contract Opportunity Type: Sources Sought (Original)
Original Published Date: Jun 25, 2026 03:54 pm EDT
Original Response Date: Jul 31, 2026 09:00 am EDT
Inactive Policy: Manual
Original Inactive Date: Aug 31, 2026
Initiative:
- None

Classification

Original Set Aside:
Product Service Code: AJ12 - GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; APPLIED RESEARCH
NAICS Code:
- 541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Place of Performance:

Description

Permanent barriers are critical elements of offshore well integrity systems. They prevent undesired fluid movement within the annulus and wellbore and provide long term protection of life, the environment, and mineral resources. The Department of the Interior (DOI), Office of Acquisition and Property Management, on behalf of the Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE), is issuing this RFI to:
1. Collect industry feedback on the Draft Statement of Work for the Definition of Permanent Barriers.
2. Identify interested entities with the expertise required to perform this study.
This RFI is for market research only and is not a solicitation for proposals. No contract will be awarded from this announcement. Please see the attached for additional information and full details regarding this posting.

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Contact Information

Contracting Office Address

45600 WOODLAND ROAD
STERLING , VA 20166
USA

Primary Point of Contact

Rilee, William
william_rilee@ios.doi.gov
Phone Number 7037871757

Secondary Point of Contact

History

Jun 25, 2026 03:54 pm EDTSources Sought (Original)

RFI: Definition of Permanent Barriers

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