Water Quality Surveillance and Response System

The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is soliciting sealed responses for solicitation number 114580 to secure a consultant for its Water Quality Surveillance and Response System. The selected consultant will provide technical expertise to support drinking water contamination preparedness, surveillance, and response programs aligned with the Environmental Protection Agency's Surveillance and Response System framework. Key responsibilities include reviewing and enhancing online water quality monitoring, customer complaint surveillance, and consequence management procedures, as well as performing contaminant prioritization and risk assessments for the Potomac and Patuxent watersheds. Additionally, the consultant will recommend monitoring technologies, develop standard operating procedures, and support training for the Contamination Rapid Response Team. This is a requirements contract performed on a task order basis with an estimated value of 600,000 dollars. The contract features a three-year base term with a single two-year option for extension. Proposals are due by October 5, 2026, via the WSSC eProcurement Portal. Award will be based on the most advantageous proposal, with a significant evaluation weight placed on key personnel qualifications, specifically the experience of the Technical Lead. Minimum firm qualifications require at least five years of experience in the United States performing water process engineering and water quality services. The contract mandates strict compliance with insurance requirements, including pollution, cyber, and professional liability coverage, and requires a security background investigation for access to sensitive plans. There is a recommended 25 percent subcontracting goal, with specific certifications available for Minority Business Enterprises and Small Local Business Enterprises in Montgomery and Prince George's Counties. Payments are issued via ACH or procurement credit card within 30 days of service acceptance.