Mid-Atlantic_Purchasing_Team_Intergovernmental_&_Cooperative_Purchasing_Clause.pdf

This is an Intergovernmental & Cooperative Purchasing Clause document applicable to the Mid-Atlantic Purchasing Team and the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) in Maryland. The clause establishes the framework for cooperative purchasing agreements and allows authorized entities to participate in procurement opportunities on a non-exclusive basis. The document outlines the conditions under which other governmental entities, including state and local agencies, may access contract terms and pricing established through cooperative purchasing arrangements. The clause permits entities to place orders under existing contracts without requiring separate competitive bidding processes, provided they comply with applicable regulations and pricing terms. This arrangement applies to the Buckler Road Water Main Replacement project, which involves installing approximately 2.17 miles of water mains in Clinton, Prince Georges County, Maryland, with response submissions required by 2:00 pm on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.

The cooperative purchasing clause facilitates cost-effective procurement by allowing multiple jurisdictions to leverage existing contracts and negotiated pricing. The clause specifies that participating entities must acknowledge and adhere to the original contract terms, conditions, and pricing structures. This arrangement is designed to streamline the procurement process for governmental entities seeking similar goods or services while maintaining competitive oversight and fiscal responsibility. The clause does not create exclusive vendor relationships but rather permits eligible governmental bodies to benefit from previously negotiated terms without initiating separate solicitation processes. No specific pricing, set-asides, or funding information is detailed within this clause document itself, as it serves as a procedural mechanism enabling multiple agencies to access cooperative purchasing opportunities.