Petroleum Engineering Technician (PET) Training In

Quick Summary

The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), under the Department of the Interior, has issued a Solicitation for Petroleum Engineering Technician (PET) Training Instruction services. This Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity seeks an instructor to support the BLM Oil and Gas Compliance Certification School (Course 3100-01). The contract is for a firm-fixed price, with services required for one year. Quotes are due by March 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.

Scope of Work

The selected contractor will provide essential services including:

• Technical support on BLM oil and gas measurement regulations.
• Assistance in developing class materials and setting up DOI Talent.
• Delivering classroom instruction using Government-approved curricula.
• Providing hands-on instruction during field exercises and practical demonstrations.
• Instructing students on topics such as drilling operations, plugging and abandonment, oil and gas measurement, production accountability, and inspection documentation.
• Supporting student assessments and proctoring examinations.

Contract & Timeline

• Contract Type: Firm-fixed price.
• Period of Performance: 1 year, estimated from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
• Estimated Workload: Approximately 15 hours per month for curriculum support, plus 1 week per module for instruction services.
• Solicitation Issue Date: March 3, 2026.
• Offer Due Date: March 19, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.

Eligibility & Set-Aside

• This acquisition is a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
• NAICS Code: 541330 (Engineering Services) with a size standard of $25.5 million.
• Contractor Personnel Requirements: Must possess a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, a bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field, a minimum of 20 years of experience, and expert-level federal regulatory expertise.

Submission & Evaluation

• Submission Method: Quotes must be submitted via electronic mail.
• Evaluation Criteria: Award will be based on a best value source selection, considering Technical Capability (most important), Past Performance, and Price.

Additional Notes

• The solicitation incorporates FAR clauses by reference and includes full text for some.
• Specific training modules will be conducted at Government-designated facilities in Oklahoma City, OK; Fort Collins, CO; and Lake Havasu City, AZ.
• The primary contact for this opportunity is Andrew Alger (aalger@blm.gov, 303-236-9452).