Solicitation Information
Learn more about solicitations at WSSC Water.
Please be advised that all negotiated terms with WSSC Water are final and binding. Any proposed price adjustments, such as those related to tariffs, must be submitted to WSSC Water through a formal written request. Requests for price adjustments due to tariffs must be accompanied by detailed supporting documentation and are subject to WSSC Water’s review and approval. Unauthorized price increases are strictly prohibited and may result in corrective actions, including, but not limited to, the termination of the contract.
Vendors large and small have many opportunities to do business with WSSC Water. Here is an overview how the WSSC Water Procurement Office solicits new business.
The Procurement Office operates within a centralized purchasing environment, it is made up of two teams. The two teams are broken down by Goods & Services and Professional Services contracts, and Architectural/Engineering and Construction contracts. Both teams seek cost-effective services while also ensuring fair and equitable treatment and promoting contracting opportunities for all business enterprises.
See the Upcoming Solicitation list Proposed FY 2025 Solicitations List
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Governance
WSSC Water Procurement is governed by the Procurement Regulations. For informational purposes only, the General Terms and Conditions can be found here. Please note the governing General Terms and Conditions for every solicitation can be found in the bid documents.
WSSC Water Solicitations
All WSSC Water solicitations are posted in the WSSC Supplier Portal (you must be a registered supplier to engage with solicitations in the portal, register here.). When viewing solicitation opportunities, you will notice the type of solicitations shown are Auction, RFQ, and RFI.
An Auction can be an Invitation for Bid (IFB) or a Request for Quotation (RFQ)
An RFQ can be a Request for Proposal (RFP) or a Multi-Step IFB
An RFI can be a Request for Information (RFI) or a Request for Qualification (RFQu)
The solicitation will provide guidance on the type of the contract you’re submitting a response for.
Office of Supplier Diversity and Inclusion Programs
WSSC Water is committed to providing diverse and small, local businesses the opportunity to compete for business whether directly with WSSC Water or by subcontracting through our primary suppliers.
Office of Supplier Diversity and Inclusion
Bonds and Insurance Requirements
WSSC Water requires bonds and insurance from contractors and suppliers for to assure us that there is financial funding to meet legal responsibilities, and to pay for damages or injuries that might occur.
All insurance and bonding requirements for each solicitation can be found in the bid documents.
Bonds and Insurance Information
Where to find WSSC Water Solicitation information
 WSSC Water is transitioning to a fully automated web-based electronic bidding and contract management system. Check out our new eProcurement Portal. Register to stay up-to-date and receive timely notifications, follow existing opportunities, get the latest amendments and addenda, and receive answers to your questions quickly. This new eProcurement portal guides you through the process of bidding electronically and ensuring your bids are accurately completed. There is no cost for vendors to register in OpenGov. So Register Today!!! |
View Proposed Solicitation list – See planned upcoming solicitations including their descriptions, service type (Goods & Services, Professional Services, A&E, or Construction), Potential Solicitation Type (IFB, or RFP), estimated posting date by fiscal year then quarter, and the department requesting the solicitation.
View Abstracts of current bids – See general information about a solicitation including the title, open and close date, procurement officer, and site inspection and pre-solicitation information (if applicable).
View WSSC Water Solicitations – Download solicitation information including title, description, instructions to bidders, general terms and conditions, and more.
Submitted a response for a solicitation?
Check the Solicitation Status page after the close date to get an update on the status of the solicitation.
Have more questions regarding the solicitation process at WSSC Water? Visit our Procurement FAQ page.
Last Modified: April 25, 2025, 9:42 am EDT