Aecom

Aecom serves as a key technical and procurement liaison for the City of Camden, supporting the agency’s mission to modernize critical public infrastructure through specialized engineering and construction services. While not a contracting officer, Aecom functions as a principal advisor in the acquisition process, guiding the agency in the selection and management of contracts for heavy-gauge metal tank manufacturing and related water/wastewater infrastructure systems. Their role ensures alignment with state and federal regulatory standards, particularly in the design, procurement, and lifecycle management of storage and treatment vessels essential to municipal utility resilience. They routinely oversee complex procurements requiring compliance with ASTM, AWWA, and EPA guidelines, emphasizing durability, corrosion resistance, and long-term operational efficiency. Aecom collaborates closely with a network of certified manufacturers and engineering firms specializing in heavy-gauge steel and fiberglass-reinforced tanks, often coordinating with contractors possessing ASME Section VIII and API 650 certifications. Their working relationships are characterized by technical due diligence, performance-based evaluation criteria, and pre-award site assessments to ensure vendor capability in delivering mission-critical infrastructure components. These partnerships are built on long-term reliability, adherence to strict quality control protocols, and the ability to meet tight municipal timelines without compromising safety or regulatory compliance. The City of Camden maintains a non-set-aside procurement posture, with 100% of acquisitions open to full and open competition. Aecom supports this approach by prioritizing technical merit, lifecycle cost analysis, and vendor track record over socioeconomic preferences, ensuring the most qualified suppliers are selected based on performance and compliance rather than certification status. Aecom’s procurement focus is exclusively centered on NAICS 332420, encompassing the fabrication and installation of heavy-gauge metal storage tanks for potable water, wastewater, and fire suppression systems. Their technical expertise lies in pressure vessel design, material specification, and corrosion-resistant coatings, with a strong emphasis on infrastructure resilience and regulatory adherence in aging municipal systems.