WSSC Water - Piezometer Automation at WSSC Water Dams - RFP No. 1239 (2026)
WSSC WaterUtility District · Laurel, MD- Due
- Nov 24, 2026
- 13 days left
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Keith Solomon
- (301) 206-8002
The 30-second brief
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) is soliciting sealed bids for the construction of Automated Data Acquisition Systems (ADAS) for piezometers at three water dams: T. Howard Duckett Dam, Brighton Dam, and Little Seneca Dam. The scope of work includes electrical instrumentation, trenching, conduit installation, junction boxes, concrete work, asphalt restoration, rip-rap restoration, and site safety management. Bidders must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical instrumentation projects, include a registered Master Electrician in Maryland, and meet specific TRIR/EMR safety requirements. The contract requires a 35% MBE/SLBE subcontracting goal, a 5% bid bond, and 100% performance, payment, and maintenance bonds. Submission deadline is November 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM via WSSC's eProcurement Portal.
Automated Data Acquisition Systems (ADAS) installation for 29 piezometers across T. Howard Duckett Dam, Brighton Dam, And Little Seneca Dam; civil construction, Conduits, Junction boxes, Wiring, Earthwork, And site restoration
Compliance with minimum qualifications, MBE/SLBE Good Faith Efforts (minimum 90 out of 125 points), pricing
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Summary
The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC Water) is soliciting sealed bids for the construction of Automated Data Acquisition Systems (ADAS) for piezometers at three water dams: T. Howard Duckett Dam, Brighton Dam, and Little Seneca Dam.
The scope of work includes electrical instrumentation, trenching, conduit installation, junction boxes, concrete work, asphalt restoration, rip-rap restoration, and site safety management. Bidders must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical instrumentation projects, include a registered Master Electrician in Maryland, and meet specific TRIR/EMR safety requirements. The contract requires a 35% MBE/SLBE subcontracting goal, a 5% bid bond, and 100% performance, payment, and maintenance bonds. Submission deadline is November 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM via WSSC's eProcurement Portal.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Compliance with minimum qualifications
- MBE/SLBE Good Faith Efforts (minimum 90 out of 125 points)
- Pricing
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Automated Data Acquisition Systems (ADAS) installation for 29 piezometers across T. Howard Duckett Dam, Brighton Dam, And Little Seneca Dam; civil construction, Conduits, Junction boxes, Wiring, Earthwork, And site restoration
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
12- Bid bond
- Contractor Health and Safety Qualification Questionnaire
- Safety plan
- OSHA Form 300A
- Erosion and Sediment Control certification
- Plumbing/tapping certification
- OSDI participation forms
- Consent to Use of Electronic Signature
- Contract Certification Affidavit
- Iran Investment Activity Certification
- Statement of Bidder's Qualifications Form
- References
REQUIRED STAFFING
Master Electrician
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/wsscwater
- Duration
- 4 months
- Scope location
- Laurel, MD
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from WSSC Water?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/wsscwater. For questions, contact Keith Solomon.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including WSSC Water in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Keith Solomon at (301) 206-8002. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Master Electrician. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Automated Data Acquisition Systems (ADAS) installation for 29 piezometers across T. Howard Duckett Dam, Brighton Dam, And Little Seneca Dam; civil construction, Conduits, Junction boxes, Wiring, Earthwork, And site restoration. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Compliance with minimum qualifications, MBE/SLBE Good Faith Efforts (minimum 90 out of 125 points), pricing" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from WSSC Water?
All active and historical solicitations from WSSC Water are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, WSSC Water regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 24, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid bond, Contractor Health and Safety Qualification Questionnaire, safety plan, OSHA Form 300A, Erosion and Sediment Control certification, plumbing/tapping certification, OSDI participation forms, C. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from WSSC Water for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Laurel, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.