The Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority is dedicated to ensuring the safe, reliable, and sustainable delivery of potable water and wastewater infrastructure services to the communities it serves. Its core mission centers on maintaining and modernizing critical water supply systems, including treatm...
The Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority is dedicated to ensuring the safe, reliable, and sustainable delivery of potable water and wastewater infrastructure services to the communities it serves. Its core mission centers on maintaining and modernizing critical water supply systems, including treatment facilities, distribution pipelines, storage tanks, and related hydraulic structures. Strategic priorities include aging infrastructure replacement, system resilience enhancement, and operational efficiency through engineering oversight and technical services. Key programs focus on water main rehabilitation, reservoir and clearwell repairs, intake structure improvements, and long-term asset management to safeguard public health and environmental compliance.
The agency primarily procures construction and engineering services related to water and sewer line installation, repair, and expansion, alongside procurement of water treatment chemicals and system maintenance support. Contract structures typically involve competitive solicitations for design-build, construction, and condition assessment services, with a consistent reliance on pre-qualification programs for major infrastructure projects. Engineering and technical consulting services are frequently engaged to support planning, design, and regulatory compliance activities.
Primary procurement activity is concentrated in NAICS 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction) and 221310 (Water Supply and Irrigation Systems), reflecting a sustained emphasis on physical infrastructure renewal. Additional support services include janitorial maintenance for treatment facilities, investment management for pension assets, and specialized engineering design. The agency does not employ set-asides and awards contracts through open, non-preferential competitions, prioritizing technical capability and proven performance over demographic classifications.
As a public utility authority operating under the state of Georgia, the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority serves a defined regional jurisdiction with an autonomous governance structure. It utilizes standard public procurement vehicles including requests for qualifications, requests for proposals, and competitive solicitations to acquire construction, engineering, and operational services essential to its water and wastewater mission.
