Mid-Atlantic_Purchasing_Team_Intergovernmental_&_Cooperative_Purchasing_Clause.pdf

This document is an Intergovernmental & Cooperative Purchasing Clause issued by the Mid-Atlantic Purchasing Team for use in state and local contract opportunities. The clause establishes the framework through which state and local government entities can participate in cooperative purchasing agreements, enabling multiple jurisdictions to leverage collective buying power. The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission (WSSC) in Maryland is utilizing this clause in its solicitation for Statistical Analysis Systems (SAS) Licenses and Maintenance Renewal of Production and Test Site Environments. Sealed responses must be submitted via WSSC's eProcurement Portal at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/wsscwater prior to 2:00 pm on Monday, July 27, 2026, with late responses not accepted. The scope of work requires the selected bidder to renew and maintain WSSC's Statistical Analysis System production and test site environments, ensuring continued operational functionality across both environments.

The intergovernmental purchasing clause permits participating entities beyond the original contracting authority to access awarded contracts on the same terms and conditions, promoting cost efficiency and standardized pricing across multiple government agencies. This mechanism allows other state and local jurisdictions to benefit from competitively bid contracts without conducting separate procurement processes. The clause outlines the rights and obligations of all parties, including the original contractor, primary purchasing entity, and any additional public entities exercising their option to utilize the established pricing and service terms. This cooperative approach streamlines the procurement process while maintaining competitive pricing standards across participating governmental bodies in the Mid-Atlantic region.