Mid-Atlantic_Purchasing_Team_Intergovernmental_&_Cooperative_Purchasing_Clause.pdf

This document is an Intergovernmental & Cooperative Purchasing Clause from the Mid-Atlantic Purchasing Team applicable to the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) in Maryland. The clause governs the terms under which other government entities and cooperative members may utilize purchasing agreements and contracts established through the Mid-Atlantic Purchasing Team. The document outlines the framework for allowing authorized government bodies to piggyback on competitively bid contracts, enabling them to leverage volume purchasing power and pre-negotiated pricing arrangements. This clause facilitates collaborative purchasing among eligible entities within the region, streamlining procurement processes and reducing administrative burden for participating jurisdictions.

The clause establishes the conditions, procedures, and restrictions for intergovernmental and cooperative purchasing participation, including requirements for compliance with the original contract terms, pricing protections, and authorization protocols. It defines eligible participants, outlines how entities may access established contracts, and clarifies the responsibilities and obligations of both the primary contractor and participating government agencies. The document serves as a standardized mechanism to extend competitively awarded contracts across multiple jurisdictions while maintaining competitive integrity and ensuring value for all participating entities.