Bid guide

How to bid on the Water Quality Surveillance and Response System for WSSC Water

WSSC Water Laurel, MDCloses October 5, 2026

What WSSC Water is buying and why it matters

WSSC Water is seeking bids for a Water Quality Surveillance and Response System. This is solicitation number 114580. This system is important for maintaining the safety and quality of the water supply.

For vendors, this represents an opportunity to provide essential security infrastructure to a major water utility.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This solicitation was published on September 04, 2026. The deadline for submitting bids is October 05, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. This is an auction-type solicitation.

All bids must be submitted before the deadline. Late submissions will not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for firms specializing in security systems, particularly those with experience in water quality monitoring and response technologies. Vendors in the security category are encouraged to review this bid.

Experience with similar government or utility projects may be beneficial.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation and submit a bid, you must register for free in the WSSC Supplier Portal. First, find the solicitation by its number, 114580, on the WSSC Water Solicitations page. The status filter should be set to “Active”.

Once you locate the solicitation, click on its number to open the document. You will then need to log in to your registered supplier account on the WSSC Supplier Portal to view the complete details and submit your response before the deadline.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

When preparing your bid, ensure you thoroughly understand all technical specifications and requirements for the Water Quality Surveillance and Response System. Clearly demonstrate how your proposed system meets or exceeds these requirements.

Pay close attention to pricing details, as this is an auction-type solicitation. Double-check all submission instructions and deadlines to ensure your bid is complete and submitted on time through the WSSC Supplier Portal.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from WSSC Water; the original posting controls.