Rising TIDE Training Initiative to Develop Enterprises

Take your business readiness to the next level. The no-cost Rising TIDE Contractor Readiness Accelerator is an intensive, cohort-based program designed to help businesses build the practical capabilities needed to pursue opportunities and successfully perform on contracts.

Selected businesses will participate in five hybrid working sessions featuring individualized coaching, practical business tools, expert feedback and direct industry engagement.

Access the Rising TIDE Contractor Readiness Accelerator form to participate

WSSC Water celebrates its inaugural Rising TIDE graduating class alongside staff, elected officials and community partners.
WSSC Water celebrates its inaugural Rising TIDE graduating class alongside staff, elected officials and community partners.

Build Your Readiness with Rising TIDE

Rising TIDE provides businesses with training, practical resources and consultation opportunities to strengthen their readiness to pursue and perform on WSSC Water contract opportunities.

Free Online Training and Resources

Access free, self-paced training videos and practical resources, including a proposal development guide, compliance checklist, guidance on reading solicitations and contract management best practices. 

Explore Our Training and Resources

Friday Vendor Training and Consultations

Rising TIDE offers vendor training and consultations every Friday. Businesses may schedule a session to ask questions, receive guidance and connect with practical resources. 
 

Schedule a Friday Training and Consultation Session

Last Modified: October 22, 2026, 12:37 pm EDT