How to bid on Urgent Repairs, Rehabilitation, and/or Replacement of Water and Wastewater Assets for WSSC Water

What WSSC Water is buying

WSSC Water is seeking contractors for on-call services related to the urgent repair, rehabilitation, replacement, and relocation of water and wastewater assets. This includes mains, valves, hydrants, manholes, and house connections, all up to 30 inches in diameter. The work will be performed in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, Maryland.

This is an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract, meaning multiple awards are expected. Task orders will be issued as needed, and there is no guaranteed minimum amount of work. This structure allows WSSC Water to ensure sufficient capacity and timely response for both planned and emergency work.

Key dates and deadlines

The solicitation was published on August 26, 2026. All responses must be submitted by September 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Late responses will not be accepted. It is important to submit your response well before the deadline to avoid any last-minute technical issues.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for construction firms with expertise in environmental infrastructure, specifically water and wastewater systems. Contractors should be capable of performing urgent repairs, rehabilitation, and replacement of various components up to 30 inches in diameter. Experience with similar on-call, task-order based contracts is beneficial.

Firms with a strong presence or operational capabilities in Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, Maryland, will find this particularly relevant.

How to respond

To access the full solicitation details and submit your response, you need to use WSSC Water's eProcurement Portal, which is hosted on OpenGov Procurement. First, navigate to the opportunity page on OpenGov Procurement.

If it's your first time, OpenGov may perform a brief security check. Once the project page loads, you will need to sign in or create a free vendor account. This account will allow you to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. Any addenda or updates will also be communicated through OpenGov, so monitoring the portal is crucial.

Tips for a competitive response

Given that this is an IDIQ contract with multiple awards, focus on demonstrating your firm's capacity, responsiveness, and competitive pricing. Clearly outline your experience with similar urgent repair and rehabilitation projects for water and wastewater assets. Highlight your ability to mobilize quickly for emergency work.

Ensure your proposal clearly addresses all requirements for the specified asset types and diameters. Pay close attention to any instructions regarding pricing for task orders, as this will be a key factor in WSSC Water's decision to ensure ongoing competition and value.