Bid guide
How to respond to WSSC Water’s Biosolids Market Research RFI
What WSSC Water is seeking
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) is gathering industry information on ways to reduce biosolids operating costs and create a reliable, sustainable reuse pathway.
It is interested in blending Bioenergy Cake from the Piscataway Bioenergy Facility with materials such as water treatment residuals, sand, and wood fines to improve product quality and value. WSSC Water also wants information about contractors that can provide permitted land and the resources to staff and operate the work.
Deadline and what happens then
The response deadline is November 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Submit your information through OpenGov before the deadline.
This is a request for information for market research purposes only, not a request for bids. It is intended to gather information from industry partners.
Who this opportunity may suit
This RFI may interest environmental firms with relevant biosolids or beneficial reuse experience, particularly those able to discuss blending and product development.
It may also suit contractors that can provide permitted land and the staffing and operating resources needed for this work.
How to access and respond
Click “View the original posting” to open the opportunity in OpenGov Procurement. The portal may show a brief security check the first time; let it finish so the project page loads.
Sign in or create a free vendor account to download plans, ask questions, join the planholders list, and submit your response. OpenGov also sends addenda notices.
Prepare a useful market research response
Clearly describe your relevant experience and capabilities. Address the blending materials named in the notice and explain how your firm could contribute to product quality, value, and a sustainable reuse pathway.
If relevant, explain your ability to provide permitted land and the resources to staff and operate the work. Keep claims specific and support them with concrete examples, while checking OpenGov for project documents, questions, and addenda before submitting.
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.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission, MD; the original posting controls.