Wilma FOSTER is a Temporary Procurement Specialist II. Wilma is associated with 11 contracts. Activity spans Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction, Engineering Services, and Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors.
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The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is soliciting sealed proposals for Construction Contract Management Support Services under solicitation number 118580. The objective is to secure a consultant to provide professional personnel to support the Pipeline Construction Division in managing and inspecting water and sewer pipeline construction, including house connections, meter vault replacements, and landscaping. The scope of work requires the consultant to source, vet, and on-board qualified staff, providing at least three candidates within ten business days of a vacancy request. Personnel must undergo rigorous background investigations covering the previous seven years and meet specific minimum qualifications and licensing requirements.
The required labor categories include various levels of inspectors (Inspector I, Inspector II, Paving, Compaction, and Construction Safety), Contract Managers, Geotechnical Specialists with PE licenses, IT Support Technicians, and Learning and Development Specialists. The pricing structure is based on fully loaded hourly rates, with significant hour allocations for Inspector I and II roles at 62,400 hours each, and Contract Managers at 33,280 hours. Proposals must be submitted via the WSSC eProcurement Portal by November 2, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Award decisions will be based on a competitive sealed proposal process where price is not the sole determining factor, and key personnel account for 30% of the evaluation weight.
Contractors are required to provide performance and labor and material payment bonds for 100 percent of the contract value. The agreement emphasizes socioeconomic participation, requiring an MBE/SLBE Participation Plan and a Declaration of Non-Discrimination. Administrative requirements include monthly invoicing via ACH or procurement credit card and adherence to strict confidentiality and security protocols for accessing project plans. Additionally, the contract includes a cooperative purchasing clause allowing other members of the Mid-Atlantic Purchasing Team to utilize the resulting contract terms and pricing.
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) is soliciting sealed responses for an Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) and requirements contract to provide comprehensive construction services for the repair, rehabilitation, and replacement of water and wastewater assets. The scope of work covers assets with nominal diameters up to 30 inches and utility depths up to 20 feet throughout Prince George's and Montgomery Counties, Maryland. Services include the repair and relocation of water and sewer mains, valves, manholes, fire hydrants, and house connections. WSSC Water intends to make multiple awards to ensure sufficient capacity and responsiveness for both planned and emergency work, with specific tasks issued via Task Orders on an as-needed basis.
To be considered responsive, bidders must demonstrate at least three years of experience and the successful completion of three similar projects, while providing resumes for key personnel. The contract is subject to Maryland prevailing wage determinations and includes a 27 percent subcontracting goal for Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) and Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBE). Award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contract requires 100 percent performance, payment, and maintenance bonds, and mandates compliance with the Maryland Buy American Steel Act. Technical execution must adhere to extensive standard specifications covering everything from CIPP lining and microtunneling to cathodic protection and site restoration.
MarylandMD,
USA
NAICS
237110
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is soliciting responses for the Regional Water Supply Resiliency Project, also known as the Secure the Source Project, under solicitation number 2026-70020. The objective of this initiative is to develop a long-term secondary water source to supplement the Potomac River supply for the benefit of the entire metropolitan region. The selected consultant will be responsible for conducting a preliminary engineering study and completing a 35 percent design. This work must adhere to the requirements of the 1986 Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) Section 203, as amended by the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014, to facilitate a request for Congressional authorization for final design and construction via the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
The procurement is currently in the preliminary phase, focusing on Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) requirements. To be eligible for participation, all prime contractors, subcontractors, and joint ventures must register in the WSSC Water Supplier Portal and submit a completed NDA and a Consent to Use of Electronic Signature via the eProcurement Portal by October 5, 2026, at 9:00 am. Additionally, the contract includes a Mid-Atlantic Purchasing Team Intergovernmental and Cooperative Purchasing Clause, which allows other participating public entities and nonprofits within the region to utilize the resulting contract terms and pricing.
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission is soliciting bids to upgrade the potable water system at the Western Branch Water Resource Recovery Facility in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, due to aging infrastructure and water quality concerns. The existing well, drilled in 1966 and approximately 341 feet deep, supplies groundwater for potable use but is located within a floodplain, with corroded underground components and recent positive coliform test results indicating contamination risks. The project requires constructing a new 6-inch diameter, 350-foot deep well, a new 24’x28’ CMU wall well house, a new 8-inch C900 PVC water line extending 3,980 linear feet, and associated valve vaults, fire hydrants, electrical duct banks, and HVAC systems. The scope includes replacing all outdated piping, removing the old well system, installing a water softener, and restoring asphalt and concrete surfaces disturbed by construction. All work must comply with industry standards across multiple construction divisions and adhere to strict material specifications, including prohibitions on PVC pipe manufactured more than 12 months prior to installation. The contract is structured as a fixed-term, lump-sum low bid award based on unit prices for over 30 line items, with a $350,000 allowance for unanticipated work. The project is estimated to take two years, with work limited to standard hours of 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., and must be performed at the facility located at 6600 Crain Highway.
The contract requires full compliance with Maryland prevailing wage laws, the Buy American Steel Act, and strict non-discrimination policies. Bidders must submit a signed Declaration of Non-Discrimination and demonstrate a Good Faith Effort to meet MBE/SLBE participation goals, scoring at least 90 out of 125 points or providing documented justifications for waivers. All contractors must provide bid guarantees of at least 5% of the bid amount, and upon award, are required to furnish performance, payment, and maintenance bonds each equal to 100% of the contract value, issued by Maryland-licensed surety companies. Insurance mandates include commercial general liability with the Commission named as an additional insured, workers’ compensation, employer’s liability, business auto liability, and builders risk insurance covering the full insurable value of the project. Subcontractors must be vetted and insured before commencing work, and all payments must be reported monthly through WSSC
MarylandMD,
USA
NAICS
237110
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is seeking sealed bids for the construction of new water and sewer house connections in Prince George's and Montgomery Counties, Maryland. The project involves installing approximately 11,000 linear feet of water house connections ranging from 1 inch to 2 inches, about 2,600 linear feet of sewer house connections between 4 inches and 6 inches, and roughly 335 linear feet of 1¼ inch pressure sewer house connections. These installations will support approximately 150 new service connections annually across various locations.
All responses must be submitted through WSSC’s eProcurement Portal before the deadline on May 26, 2026, at 6:00 PM, with late submissions not being accepted. The solicitation, identified by number 104581, is managed by WSSC’s Procurement Office located in Laurel, Maryland. Interested parties can direct technical questions to Jason Neuman, Technical Contracts Supervisor, or procurement-related inquiries to Wilma Foster, Temporary Procurement Specialist II. The full solicitation details and submission portal are accessible online via the WSSC procurement website.
MarylandMD,
USA
NAICS
237110
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) is seeking qualified consultants to submit sealed proposals for a Water and Wastewater Engineering Services Basic Ordering Agreement. The solicitation, identified by the number 101624, aims to engage a consultant who will provide a broad range of engineering services focused on water and wastewater systems. These services include asset armoring and rehabilitation design, urgent repair designs for collection and distribution systems, as well as performing inspections, assessments, and evaluations of system assets. Additional responsibilities include project management, design services, monthly progress reporting, engineering and technical support, and emergency response engineering services.
Proposals must be submitted electronically through WSSC's eProcurement Portal before the deadline of May 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM. Late submissions will not be accepted. The contract will serve the Maryland area, with the primary office located in Laurel, MD. Key points of contact for this solicitation are Lisa Malone, Administrative Contract Manager, and Wilma Foster, Temporary Procurement Specialist II, both of whom can be reached via email or phone for further inquiries. This contract represents a significant opportunity for consulting firms specializing in water and wastewater infrastructure engineering to support WSSC’s mission in maintaining and enhancing vital utility services.
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) in Maryland is seeking sealed bids for the North Woodside Standpipe Rehabilitation project, with responses to be submitted through their eProcurement Portal by February 3, 2026, at 7:00 PM. This project involves comprehensive rehabilitation work on a 7.5-million-gallon standpipe water storage facility, including structural repairs such as replacement and restoration of ladders, platforms, hatches, antenna mounts, and interior roof members. Additionally, the project requires replacement of associated service and overflow piping, valves, vaults, and other related appurtenances. The elevated tank will also be repainted to ensure proper maintenance and longevity.
Beyond the structural and mechanical repairs, the scope includes site work such as grading and access road upgrades, as well as electrical and instrumentation upgrades. The work also involves maintaining continuous access for communication service providers. Significant demolition work is required, including removal of existing 24-inch water service piping, 36-inch water transmission piping, 18-inch overflow piping, and the altitude control valve vault along with its associated piping and structures. The project is managed by Christopher Deherde, Project Manager, with Wilma Foster serving as a Temporary Procurement Specialist. The work location is within Maryland, and interested responders must adhere strictly to the submission deadlines; late bids will not be accepted.
MarylandMD,
USA
NAICS
237110
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
The contract solicited by the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC), Maryland, titled "Green Branch WWPS HVAC and Pump Improvements," is a construction upgrade project at the Green Branch Wastewater Pumping Station in Bowie, Prince George’s County. The project involves comprehensive facility enhancements including replacement of HVAC systems to comply with NFPA 820 standards, installation of new dry pit submersible non-clog wastewater pumps and related valves, upgraded flow meter instrumentation with magnetic meters, and extensive instrumentation and process control system replacements such as pump control panels and combustible gas monitoring equipment. Additional work encompasses electrical improvements including lighting and control panel replacement, minor structural and architectural rehabilitation involving new wall openings and pump base replacements, and implementation of temporary pump-and-haul and bypass pumping operations to maintain facility function during construction. The solicitation was posted in December 2025 with a submission deadline in January 2026, requiring sealed bids to be submitted electronically via WSSC’s eProcurement Portal.
The contract documentation includes detailed specifications, drawings, and a Maryland Department of the Environment construction permit valid through 2027, ensuring regulatory compliance. A mandatory safety and health program is integrated, stipulating OSHA training, health and safety coordinators with certified industrial hygienists, and a required total recordable incident rate below 2.67. The project enforces strict subcontracting rules limiting subcontract awards to 49% of contract value and mandates active Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) participation, evaluated through a rigorous Good Faith Effort point system with a minimum threshold for responsiveness. Packaging and marking standards require durable, legible labels compliant with ANSI and OSHA for identification and arc flash hazards. Inspection and acceptance criteria cover factory and on-site verification adhering to established industry and manufacturer standards. The contract is structured for firm delivery to the project site with no formal contract options or comprehensive contract value disclosed. Administrative provisions emphasize electronic submission compliance, safety plan requirements, personnel qualifications, and permit adherence, positioning this as a well-coordinated infrastructure upgrade critical to extending the operational reliability of the Green Branch WWPS facility.
MarylandMD,
USA
NAICS
237110
Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction
