Site work for a power facility in Cartwright, North Dakota. Conceptual plans call for site work for a power facility.

The State of North Dakota, acting through the North Dakota Public Service Commission, Abandoned Mine Lands (AML) Division (the STATE) is soliciting proposals for engineering and construction services to permanently close an abandoned underground coal mine entrance (portal) near Cartwright, North Dakota. The construction project performance period is from June 1, 2027, to August 31, 2027. Deadline for submission of Questions and Objections: November 10, 2026, 5:00 PM, CT Contract start approximately: December 1, 2026 The Public Service Commission's (PSC) AML Division is soliciting proposals for a consultant/contractor to provide all professional engineering services, labor, materials, equipment, supervision, and incidentals necessary to evaluate, design, permit, and permanently close the abandoned coal mine portal located near Cartwright, ND. All work shall be completed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, permitting requirements, and accepted engineering and construction practices. The consultant/contractor shall provide comprehensive project management and coordination services throughout the duration of the project. Services shall include coordination with the Commission, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and other stakeholders as necessary to successfully complete the work. The consultant/contractor shall conduct project meetings, provide periodic progress updates, and follow the project schedule. The method of Contractor Selection has not been Determined at this time. The STATE reserves the right to reject any proposals, in whole or in part. Proposals received from suspended or debarred vendors will be rejected. Proposals determined to be nonresponsive to the requirements of the RFP will be rejected. The STATE reserves the right to reject the proposal of an Offeror determined to be not responsible. The STATE reserves the right to refrain from making an award if determined to be in its best interest.